Feed The Soul Foundation

?? This holiday season, let’s come together to make a BIG difference with small contributions! ??? ? Feed the Soul Foundation is teaming up with culinary businesses nationwide for a special “Dine & Donate” fundraiser, supporting culinary communities with essential training and financial support. ? ? By joining this campaign, your business can help aspiring chefs, provide aid in times of crisis, and empower small culinary businesses to thrive. Every donation, no matter how small, has the power to make a real impact. ? ? Swipe through the slides to see how you can get involved! Let’s create positive change together and build a brighter future for the culinary world, one meal at a time. ?????? ? For more information & to get your toolkit, check out our website here: https://lnkd.in/giHFSfwy ? #DineAndDonate #FeedTheSoulFoundation #GiveBack #blackrestaurantweek #latinrestaurantweeks

It is with heavy hearts that we share the sad news of the passing of Kevyn Lee-Wellington, the beloved owner of Fluffy’s Sno-Balls in Los Angeles, CA.? ? Kevyn was not only a talented entrepreneur but also a cherished member of our extended Feed the Soul Foundation family. His Sno-Balls brought smiles to countless faces, and his presence within the community was nothing short of inspiring. ? ? His warmth, creativity, and commitment to uplifting others will forever be remembered. We ask that you keep his family, friends, and loved ones in your thoughts during this difficult time. Kevyn's legacy will live on through the joy he brought to so many.? ? Rest in peace, Kevyn. Your impact will never be forgotten. ??

???? EARLY BIRD ALERT ????? ? The 2025 Global Culinary Conference will be back in Houston, TX from January 26th-29th! For a limited time, score your tickets at a special Early Bird price! ????? ? ???? Why You Can’t Miss This:? ? ?? Learn from renowned chefs and culinary innovators? ? ?? Engage in fireside chats, workshops, and an exciting trade show? ? ?? Network with global food and beverage industry leaders and other like minded business owners ??? ? ? Hurry! This deal won’t last long—secure your spot now and be part of the future of food and beverage! ??? ? ??? Grab your Early Bird ticket today here: https://lnkd.in/g7st9mF3 ? #globalculinaryconference2025 #smallbusiness #feedthesoulfoundation #blackrestaurantweek #latinrestaurantweeks

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Posted @withregram ? @txrestaurants ?? Now that the new law is in effect, food businesses are required to display a food allergy poster in an area easily accessible to foodservice employees. The TRA has created a free poster to help you stay compliant, ensure guest safety, and protect your business.? ? Download it for free here: https://lnkd.in/gnEfPyg2

?? Big congratulations to the 2024 Restaurant Business Development Program Cohort! ?? These amazing grant recipients have successfully made it through a vigorous selection process, and we couldn't be prouder of their dedication and vision for the future of dining. ???? ? A huge thank you to our two gracious donors, @grubhub and @stellaartoisusa, whose generosity made this program possible! ?? Here's the final batch of this year's incredible grant recipients:? ? Sugar Euphoria ? Tea's Me Cafe The Jibarito Stop The Oven Pizzeria The Palm Coffee Bar Townie Bagels Tre's Street Kitchen Twisted Plants Win Win Coffee Yapa Artisan Empanadas ? Follow these incredible culinary businesses to watch their journey unfold through this program and beyond!? ? For more details about this amazing cohort and the grant that makes this all happen, click the link: https://lnkd.in/gQ87H3WU ? Let’s celebrate their success and look forward to what’s next! ?? #FeedtheSoulFoundation #SmallBusinesses #RestaurantBusinessDevelopmentProgram

?? Big congratulations to the 2024 Restaurant Business Development Program Cohort! ?? These amazing grant recipients have successfully made it through a vigorous selection process, and we couldn't be prouder of their dedication and vision for the future of dining. ???? ? A huge thank you to our two gracious donors, @grubhub and @stellaartoisusa, whose generosity made this program possible! ?? Here's a batch of this year's incredible grant recipients:? ? Foode + Mercantile FruiTea Bubbles Cafe Gold Coast Ghal Kitchen Kwench Juice Cafe Luliet Creamery and Bake Shop Lulu's Sweets Boutique Mamajuana Meek's Vegan Pizza R & R Breakfast Spot Slutty Salsa ? Follow these incredible culinary businesses to watch their journey unfold through this program and beyond! Stay tuned for one more exciting posts where we’ll share more about the rest of our amazing cohort.? ? For more details about this amazing cohort and the grant that makes this all happen, click the link: https://lnkd.in/gQ87H3WU ? Let’s celebrate their success and look forward to what’s next! ?? #FeedtheSoulFoundation #SmallBusinesses #RestaurantBusinessDevelopmentProgram

?? Big congratulations to the 2024 Restaurant Business Development Program Cohort! ?? These amazing grant recipients have successfully made it through a vigorous selection process, and we couldn't be prouder of their dedication and vision for the future of dining. ???? ? A huge thank you to our two gracious donors, @grubhub and @stellaartoisusa, whose generosity made this program possible! ?? Here's a batch of this year's incredible grant recipients:? ? Autentica Taqueria Black Coffee Lounge Cocina Consuelo Comfort Foodies conVIDA Cocktail Lounge Cranky Granny's Sweet Rolls Darrow's New Orleans Grill Farina Pasta and Noodle Fluffy's Sno-Balls Fonda Santa Rosa ? Follow these incredible culinary businesses to watch their journey unfold through this program and beyond! Stay tuned for two more exciting posts where we’ll share more about the rest of our amazing cohort.? ? For more details about this amazing cohort and the grant that makes this all happen, click the link: https://lnkd.in/gQ87H3WU ? Let’s celebrate their success and look forward to what’s next! ?? #FeedtheSoulFoundation #SmallBusinesses #RestaurantBusinessDevelopmentProgram

Join us for the second annual Global Culinary Conference in Houston, Texas, from January 26-29! This four-day event offers culinary business owners the tools and training needed to grow and launch a successful culinary business. Kick off with our Heart & Soul Dinner, featuring notable chefs exploring global flavors, and then dive into our BOOSTCamp and LaunchPad training tracks designed with interactive workshops, panel discussions, and inspiring keynotes from industry experts. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your culinary business! Visit our website to learn more.

Feed the Soul Foundation, the nonprofit arm of Black Restaurant Week and Latin Restaurant Weeks, has proud to announce its 4th cohort for the Restaurant Business Development Grant Program which provides support to 30 marginalized restaurant owners. With backing from the Grubhub Community Fund, the program will offer each selected business a $10,000 financial grant and six months of business development services, totaling $25,000 per business. This initiative aims to help small, marginalized culinary businesses grow and thrive by offering both financial and professional resources. https://lnkd.in/gQ87H3WU