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Locally-owned restaurants, bakeries, and breweries are the lifeblood of our community — and we're excited to partner with you to help take hunger off the table.
Plate It Forward: Dine Out to End Hunger in Our Community
Throughout Hunger Action Month, dine out at partnering restaurants to take hunger off the table for neighbors across central and eastern North Carolina.
Ready to dig in? Need additional info? Fill out the form below — or contact Emmy Cavin at ecavin@foodbankcenc.org or 984.336.1075.
Participating in 'Plate It Forward' is simple:
- Select a menu item — a dish, beverage, or dessert
- Feature the item during Hunger Action Month (September 1-30)
- Commit to a minimum $1 donation for each menu item purchased in this timeframe
- We’ll provide all the materials you need — and help promote your participation!
Benefits of Partnering with the Food Bank:
- Align your brand with a trusted, mission-driven community pillar
- Gain visibility through Food Bank marketing and media outreach
- Engage your customers in a meaningful, timely cause
- Make a direct, local impact in the fight to end hunger — each $1 donation provides three nutritious meals to families facing food insecurity in our area!
Yes, I'm interested in helping to 'Plate it Forward' in 2026!
Share your contact information below to explore options for this year's Plate It Forward campaign. Our team will follow up with next steps!
Participating Restaurants & Breweries Helping Take Hunger Off the Table
Visit any of these restaurants or breweries to order the 2026 'Plate It Forward' dish, beverage, or dessert. A portion of proceeds from each qualifying item directly benefit the Food Bank and our network of 700+ local partner pantries and meal sites.
Thank you to all the incredible restauranteurs and brewmasters for supporting our vision for a future where no one goes hungry!
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Raleigh, NC
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Raleigh, NC
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Raleigh, NC
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