Big Table strengthens our community by caring for those most in need.
Partner with Big Table. Because you care.
The highest concentration of need is hidden behind the smiles of those working in the restaurant and hospitality industry. This largest working sector also employs many of our most vulnerable neighbors — single parents, immigrants, refugees, at-risk teens, seniors, and those rebuilding after incarceration — who often face housing instability, medical crises, emotional struggles, addiction battles, and financial emergencies that quickly become devastating without a safety net.
BIG TABLE Intervenes early.
Before crisis becomes catastrophic. Through immediate triage care and ongoing relational support, together we can protect families, restore stability, preserve dignity – saving our community up to 97% of the cost of emergency and long-term services per year. This is a stunning and strategic ROI.
This is compassion with strategy.
We do this by building resilience, strengthening the workforce that fuels our local economy, and creating lasting change. And it’s one of the smartest and most transformational investments you can make in our community.
“Big Table is smart...
helping people when the crisis is small...
before it gets overwhelming.”
Richard Wolverton | Industry Partner, US Foods
IT ALL STARTS WITH A REFERRAL.
When a worker begins to slip into crisis, a simple referral from a co-worker or friend opens their safety net. We step in early with triage support that changes the trajectory of crisis and continue with long-term relational care that builds capacity. All with no strings attached.
CARE LOOKS LIKE:
- Rent or deposit for housing assistance
- Car repairs or bus pass
- Utility bill help
- Mental health counseling connections
- Diapers or groceries for single parent
- Medical or dental care
"Last year at this time I was in a dark place with very little hope. This year I am in control of my life for the first time in a long time, maybe for the first time ever."
Luis | Care Recipient
WORKING BUT FALLING BEHIND.
Most hospitality workers are caught on what experts call the “benefits cliff.” It’s a chasm really. They earn too much to qualify for public assistance, but not enough to afford the rising cost of living. Most do not receive employer-provided benefits.
WE SERVE HOPE. YOU CAN, TOO.
When you partner with Big Table, you:
- Interrupt crises before they become catastrophic
- Strengthen the workforce that fuels our economy – starting with our most vulnerable
- Reduce long-term costs and interrupt generational poverty in our community
- Build stability, resilience, and real hope where it matters most… in the lives of hardworking individuals most in need locally
Big Table can only provide transformational care with compassionate partners who see the need behind the smiles and choose to help us.
What Partnership Looks Like
As a Because We Care Corporate Partner, your organization becomes part of a compassionate safety net providing immediate relief and long-term support to industry workers in crisis.
Corporate Partnership Benefits include:
- “Because We Care” assets to publicize our partnership and impact
- Recognition at key events, on our website, and in e-newsletters
- Philanthropic engagement opportunities for employees
- Tickets to signature Big Table events
- Annual impact report with real care stories and measurable outcomes
- Big Table presentation to activate your leadership or team
big table industry partnership levels
No matter the level, you will be providing ongoing care and for that, you are strategically investing in our community. And for that, we are so thankful.
Set a Seat Partner
$125-250/month
Perfect for single restaurants
Table Partner
$500/month | $6,000/annually
Impact Partner
$1,000/month | $12,000/annually
Premier Partner
$2,000/month | $24,000/annually
Community Champion
$50,000/annually
LET'S SERVE HOPE TOGETHER
Let’s make sure no one in our community falls through the cracks.
Because you care, partner with us to bring critical care where and when it’s needed most. We look forward to doing this together.
Join us. Because you care.
The need is real. The workforce is massive. And the gap is growing. A healthy hospitality workforce strengthens local economies, stabilizes families, and reduces strain on public systems. Together, we can build healthier communities, serving hope to those who serve us – one person at a time.
creative care collaborations
Together, we can bring life-changing care to those in crisis—and we have some creative ways for your team to be part of that story. By partnering with us, you’ll support vital work in the industry and strengthen your community.
Take a look, and let’s connect to explore what a meaningful and creative Big Table partnership could look like for you. Thank you for your support!