Root to Table LTD is a newly formed Non-Profit organization originating from the Taste of Blue Ridge initiative that began in 2017. Our organization is focused on Education, Network and Support Systems, Food Access, and Employment in the culinary and agricultural realm. Our vision is to see local food come together with local chefs, communities and individuals to create healthy lifestyles and healthy relationships with food.
The Mission –
To support, promote and influence the regional food system of the Blue Ridge and Piedmont areas of Virginia and West Virginia.
Our Vision –
Our vision is for an abundant, verdant and symbiotic regional food system that supports a community of farmers, producers, artisans, hospitality professionals and patrons.
Core Values –
Community, Regeneration, Sustainability
Join The Community
With six levels to choose from
Root to Table highlights businesses to passionate audiences seeking exceptional culinary experiences. The vitality of this food movement stems from our collective power to make our voices heard in the bustling digital landscape. Over the seven year of the Root to Table Culinary Series over 4000+ have attended the events, 200 chefs have participated, and 250 farmers have been highlighted despite the two year of the Covid epidemic. Please use the guide below to see how a partnership with Root to Table can benefit you.
Resorts (Lodging and Food) – VIP membership – $3,000
Businesses and Affiliates – $1,250
Individual with Root to Table Marketing Package – “perfect for Chefs, Small Farmers, and Food Artisans” – $600
Individual: $150
Rising Star Scholarship Program – “recommendation by Root to Table Member” – $25
Marketing includes a featured page on the Root to Table website, inclusion in social media campaigns, and e-newsletter highlights plus participant preference opportunities.
Sponsorship
Root to Table highlights businesses to passionate audiences seeking exceptional culinary experiences. The vitality of this food movement stems from the support of our community who support our mission and goals. Please use the guide below to see how you can benefit from supporting our local movement.
Mission: Title Sponsor for the Year – $15,000
Root: Signature Event Title Sponsor – $10,000
Table: Signature Event Sponsor – $5,000
Seed: Taste of Excellence Sponsor – $3,000
Sprout: Speaker/Celebrity Sponsor – $1500
These sponsorships are completely customizable to support your goals*
Friends of our Philanthropic Initiatives
Thank you for your support. You will be listed as a supporter unless you would like to remain anonymous.
Root to Table Hero: $1000 or more
Sunflower Donor: $500 – $999
Marigold Donor: $101 – $499
Friend: Open