8 Chefs. 8 Courses. 1 Amazing Night for Giving Kitchen.
Charlotte Family Meal - Supporting Food Service Workers in Crisis
The Charlotte community came together in a remarkable show of support for the Giving Kitchen's Charlotte Family Meal—a heartfelt gathering aimed at raising critical funds to food service workers facing hardships. An astounding $111,375 was raised thanks to the 111 attendees who embodied the spirit of generosity and compassion in North Carolina.
The impact from Charlotte Family Meal is the equivalent of 742 gas bills, 2227 water bills, 1113 power bills, or more than 111 months of housing — By attending local events like this, your support highlights that food service workers deserve dignity, opportunity & stability in North Carolina.
Charlotte Family Meal Hosted by Supperland:
A seated 8-course dinner, sponsored by US Foods and hosted by SupperLand: Charlotte’s top chefs come together in support of Giving Kitchen to help food service workers.
Thank you to Charlotte Family Meal's Participating Chefs and Event Partners:
Special thanks to our hosts Jamie Brown and Jeff Tonidandel of Supperland for providing the incredible space for this event.
Eight incredible chefs from across the greater Charlotte area prepared unique dishes paired with mouthwatering wines, including:
Chris Coleman (Built on Hospitality: The Goodyear House, Old Town Kitchen & Cocktails, Haymaker)
Greg Collier (3rd and Fernwood, Leah & Louise, Uptown Yolk)
Chris Rogienski (Supperland)
Sam Hart (Counter)
Sam Diminich (Your Farms Your Table, Restaurant Constance)
Andres Keifer (Custom-shop)
Alyssa Wilen (Chef Alyssa’s Kitchen)
Sam Ward (Wentworth & Fenn)
Your Support Creates Impact:
The event was made possible by the graciousness of several key sponsors. US Foods magnanimously stepped forward as the title sponsor, signaling their profound commitment to the cause. In-kind sponsorship from 3 Keys Distributing also played an essential role in the event's execution.
Our heartfelt thanks go to our special industry guests from across the city:
US Foods
3 Keys Distributing
Gordon Food Service
Beacon Partners
Brighthouse Financial
Open Table
And more!
Together, we are Giving Kitchen.
The Charlotte Family Meal stands as a testament to what can be accomplished when supporters and corporations join hands to support our industry members that need us most. This gathering was not just about fundraising; it was a poignant statement of unity in the face of adversity for food service workers in crisis.
“Food saved my life.
Also if Giving Kitchen was a thing when I was a beginning cook I would have definitely used the services. We are nothing without each other.”
As we look back on a successful event, we're reminded of the strength and resilience within the hospitality community. We encourage everyone to learn more about the Giving Kitchen's vital mission and to consider stepping forward in support of food service workers who have always been there to serve us.