AN ARMY OF ONE

The direct care that Big Table offers is always delivered by individuals – whether volunteers or staff. It is taking time to notice and build a relationship with someone in the industry. Here are some ways you can begin to engage.

Unexpected 20s®

This is a great place for individuals and small groups to start partnering with us. Big Table provides small envelopes that you fill with a $20 bill. Then you will give this to someone working in a restaurant or hotel invisible to others. Explain that this is not payment or a tip, it is a gift. Learn more.

Need envelopes? Click Here. We’d love to send you some. Or, if DIY is your middle name, use the template.

care blitz

Coordinate with Big Table to surprise someone in the industry experiencing a crisis. You and your friends will show up with Unexpected 20’s and/or gifts to give to this individual. Our Big Table team will identify the person and will work with both you and the manager to plan the surprise. Contact us with questions or to start planning a blitz.

adopt a restaurant

Gather a group of friends who will adopt one restaurant in your neighborhood. Dine regularly at this restaurant and get to know the people who work there. Look for opportunities to celebrate, encourage and support the people of that restaurant. Questions? Contact us and we’ll help you get started.

host a benefit event

Looking for a beneficiary for your next event? Consider partnering with us to raise money to support the largest industry in the country with the highest concentration of need. We would love to coordinate with you.

Fill out the inquiry form and we will be in touch soon.

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adopt a restaurant

You pick a restaurant in your neighborhood and Big Table provides the training and ideas so you can begin to build long-term relationships and support.

Perfect for small groups or individuals wanting to get involved in the community in a tangible and practical way.

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Dinner and event volunteers

We host many events throughout the year. The dinners are cooked by top chefs around our literal BIG table that seats 48. The guests are those in the industry (cooks, servers, dishwashers, housekeepers, managers, and owners) and volunteers from the community serve them.

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