Become a Partner

Join Us in Growing a Vibrant Regional Culinary Community

Root to Table’s Partner Community is made up of chefs, farmers, food artisans, businesses, and organizations who believe in the power of local food systems. Our partners help us grow year-round programming, preserve farmland, and connect communities through meaningful culinary experiences. Whether you’re a small business, restaurant group, producer, or food-focused organization, we want to learn how we can work together to create shared value.

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Become a Partner

We are a community of chefs, their restaurants, farmers, and food artisans working together to grow the farm-to-table movement.

Become a Patron

Patrons are businesses, organizations, and partners who champion local food systems and support our mission through ongoing engagement.

Become a Donor

Donors are individuals who contribute to our work, either through one-time gifts or regular support, to help us sustain and expand our impact.

Delivering on Our Mission through Partnerships

Since 2018, we’ve connected communities through food, farming, and culture. Our impact includes:

  • 30+ Events engaging food lovers, families, and community-minded patrons
  • 3,000+ Attendees participating in local food and farm experiences
  • 3,000+ B2B Connections between chefs, farmers, and artisans
  • 350K+ Social Reach and 8K Followers across platforms
  • 100K+ Website Impressions from campaign traffic

Harvest Partner

Event Access & Recognition

  • 4 reserved tickets to the Chef’s Table Gala

  • 4 tickets to Salute to Women

  • Logo printed on event programs

  • Branded materials included in VIP gift bags

Marketing & Media Exposure

  • Featured partner story on our website blog, promoted with Google Ads

  • Storytelling video featured on the Root to Table website

  • Inclusion in regional publications

  • Co-branded promotional or educational video

Strategic Engagement

  • Participate in regional publication production

  • Help shape Root to Table’s future strategy through direct engagement

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Sprout Partner

Event Access & Recognition

  • 4 reserved tickets to the Chef’s Table Gala

  • 4 tickets to Salute to Women

  • Logo featured on event signage, programs, and website

  • Branded materials placed in VIP gift bags

  • Priority showcase in Taste of Excellence and Culinary Series

  • Opportunity to host or co-host a Root to Table event

Marketing & Media Support

  • 4 additional social media reels using partner-provided B-roll

  • 2 dedicated email features to 3K+ contacts telling your story

  • Inclusion in regional publications and event press releases

  • Co-branded educational video or promotional content

  • Occasional social/educational posts on your behalf

  • Support for events you host with Root to Table branding

Deeper Collaboration

  • Opportunity to help shape Root to Table programming

  • Ongoing updates to B-roll and storytelling assets

  • Share updates on your offerings, events, and evolution

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Seed Partner

Recognition & Visibility

  • Featured on our website and in the annual Root to Table report

  • Use of the Root to Table logo in your marketing

  • (4) social media spotlights featuring your product or story

  • Inclusion in social media cross-promotion and B-roll development

Events & Engagement

  • Discounted rate for participation in one Root to Table event per year

  • Product presentation or involvement in at least one event annually

  • Event activation consultation to support a successful showcase

  • Access to shared ingredients and production lists

  • Invitation to two exclusive networking events

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Community Builder Scholarship

A scholarship opportunity for emerging brands, makers, and small producers

The Community Builder tier is designed to support early-stage businesses and artisans who share our commitment to local food systems but may not have the resources to participate at a traditional sponsorship level.

Selected recipients will receive:

  • A social media spotlight tied to event participation

  • Logo and brand story featured on the Root to Table website

  • One-on-one consultation to support a successful event experience

  • Invitations to networking and educational gatherings with fellow partners

This is a limited scholarship opportunity. Participation is application-based and awarded to those who demonstrate a strong alignment with Root to Table’s mission.

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À La Carte Opportunities

Exhibitor at Salute to Women
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Exhibitor at Chef’s Table Gala

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Benefits Include:

Building of New Business Relationships

Exposure to New Culinary Audiences

Visibility on Social Network

Increasing SEO strength

Opportunity to be a Participant in Signature Events

Host of Taste of Excellence Event

Discounts on Culinary Event Tickets

Join Our Community Today!

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