March 2023
March was a month of reflection, but also a month of action.
Because of your support at events like Team Hidi, Giving Kitchen has helped over 12,333 food service workers and awarded over $8.3 million in financial assistance to help keep the lights on, the water running, and a roof overhead for food service workers in crisis.
Let's reflect on March:
670 food service workers submitted an Ask For Help form coming from 22 states
$224,308 awarded to food service workers in crisis
39 children and 28 additional household members in the homes of financial assistance recipients
1200+ Team Hidi 2023 guests and volunteers supporting our mission
Thank you to our food service community that meets crisis with compassion and care, and thank you to food service workers who have the courage to ask for help!
GK Spring event roundup
Pop-Up Doc is an event where food service workers and their families can access free medical services — no insurance required!
Our healthcare and clinic partners in Georgia & North Carolina are hosting Spring Pop-Up Doc events for food service workers in their communities:
Monday, April 24th from 9am to 1pm at Healing Bridge Clinic in Peachtree City, GA
Wednesday, May 8th from 8:30am-4:30 pm at The Community Care Clinic of Rowan in Salisbury, NC
Wednesday, May 17th from 8:30am-4 pm at The Broad Street Clinic in Morehead City, NC
A dozen restaurants. Under one roof. For one night only.
Your favorite Nashville culinary leaders, chefs, and tastemakers are serving up small plates to raise money for food service workers in crisis! Enjoy live music by Brassfield while you sip on cocktails, beer, wine, and mocktails, and eat some of the best food Nashville has to offer. *This event is 21+.
Tennessee Tasting Food & Beverage Partners
The Bach Bar • Alyssa Gangeri of The Butter Milk Ranch • Tandy Wilson of City House • Leigh Smith of Eastleigh Desserts • Chase Ingalls of Frothy Monkey • Tyler Alkins of Love & Exile • Julio Hernandez of Maíz De La Vida • Julius Gilbert of Mere Bulles • Jarvan Springer of Ole Red • Gerard Craft of Pastaria • Ben Tyson of Patchwork Nashville • Adriana Ortega of Succulent Tacos • Taziki's
Mind Matters for Mental Health Awareness Month
May is upon us and you know what that means: it's time for Mind Matters!
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we are sharing content and resources to educate, inspire, and uplift when it comes to the mental and emotional well-being of food service workers. Stay tuned for an online assessment to evaluate your mental health.
Team Hidi 2023 Highlights
This year's Team Hidi was truly a night to remember! We ate great food and danced the night away — but the most important thing we did was raise critical funds for food service workers in crisis. $805,404 to be exact!
Watch the Team Hidi 2023 highlight reel.
Thank You, Team Hidi Sponsors!
Join the GK Team
Giving Kitchen is growing as a regional organization with multi-regional and national expansion in the foreseeable future and we are investing in our team. If you are interested in working with us, please review all job opportunities on our website!
GK in the News
Nashville Scene - "Tennessee Tasting Will Benefit Local Hospitality Workers"
Foodgressing - "Taste of Atlanta 2023: Four Ultimate Tasting Experiences"
CelebrityAccess - "Propeller & AEG Presents Announce Re:SET Concert Series Partnership to Benefit Charity"
Thank You to Our 2023 Annual Corporate Partners!
If you'd like to be an Annual Corporate Partner, please contact Amy Crowell at amy@thegivingkitchen.org.