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Big Table has been headquartered in Spokane since 2009.

Spokane’s restaurant and hospitality industry employs nearly 24,000 people and is the 4^th largest employment sector in Spokane County.

Nearly half of those employees fall below the “survival” income line set by economists.

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unexpected 20s

This is a great place for individuals and small groups to start partnering with Big Table. Big Table provides small envelopes that you fill with $20 bills and give out when in a restaurant or hotel. Simple and amazingly effective. Look for one person working in a restaurant or hotel invisible to others, or one that is having a bad day. It very well could be someone in the kitchen or behind the scenes. Then give them the Unexpected 20 envelope with a $20 bill inside. Tell them it is simply a gift for them…no strings attached. This is not payment or a tip, it is a gift. After the Unexpected 20 is delivered email us with a story of what you noticed or felt at stories@big-table.com.

Need envelopes? Contact your city. We’d love to send you some.

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Care is not cancelled. Visit big-table.com to help

Care is not cancelled. Visit big-table.com to help us serve those who serve you.

#bigtablecare
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Care is not cancelled. But don't shake hands. #bi

Care is not cancelled. But don't shake hands.

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#safetynetwork

Care is not cancelled. Take care of the isolated a

Care is not cancelled. Take care of the isolated and those with less. Please use best practices and follow all guidelines to keep yourself and others safe.
#bigtablecare
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Care is not cancelled. When you take out a meal fr

Care is not cancelled. When you take out a meal from your favorite restaurant, take in an Unexpected 20.
#bigtablecares #careisnotcancelled #takeintakeout

Happy Monday Spokane! Many restaurants are still o

Happy Monday Spokane! Many restaurants are still offering takeout options to make the day a little tastier. Head over to the Spokesman Review to take a look at the list of restaurants offering takeout. Where you are most excited to eat?

'I cannot express how thankful I am for your help

'I cannot express how thankful I am for your help (and Big Table)! I had no idea how many resources there are available, this being my first time needing assistance. My hope's of keeping Seattle my home are soaring right now! Thank you so much." It has been a hurricane of a week here at Big Table, as it has been for folks all around the nation. We are so grateful for the staff, board members, volunteers, and donors who since 2009 have made Big Table the organization it is today - one uniquely situated to respond to this crisis. The above quote from a care recipient exemplifies why we would not want to be anywhere but weathering this storm alongside those hardworking individuals who serve others. From all of us at Big Table, we wish you peace.

Like this apron? How about this shirt? Our good pa

Like this apron? How about this shirt? Our good pals at Chaps would be happy to hook you up with with either - link in bio! Even better news- all proceeds will go to support those who work in restaurants that are struggling from effects of closures!

Big Table exists to serve those in crisis in the i

Big Table exists to serve those in crisis in the industry with the largest concentration of need in the nation - the restaurant and hospitality industry. With widespread closures of restaurants and hotels across the state of Washington, nearly everyone employed in this industry is now in crisis. We are asking for your help to keep the unprecedented number of those who are vulnerable from falling off the ledge. Please donate on our website at big-table.com

In light of mandatory restaurant closures across t

In light of mandatory restaurant closures across the state of Washington, the service industry, already the industry with the largest concentration of need in the nation, is facing unprecedented financial crisis. A decade of caring for this population has prepared Big Table for a time such as this, but we have never done it alone. Please consider partnering with us to ensure that those who are vulnerable do not fall. Find our more about our capital campaign at big-table.com.

How to Care in Crisis * As you’ve no doubt heard

How to Care in Crisis
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As you’ve no doubt heard, the COVID-19 outbreak is severely affecting those employed in the restaurant and hospitality industry. But how do we care while keeping ourselves and others safe? Three ideas below:
1. Plan an Unexpected 20 blitz. Surprise each staff member with $20! Even with inviting friends to participate, this can be done with minimal human contact. More details on our website.
2. Purchase gift cards. This is a great way to help restaurants (especially small or local establishments) survive the downturn in business, and will give you something to look forward to.
3. Please consider supporting Big Table in any of our three cities. We anticipate more care needs in the coming weeks than our current care budget allows. Please see our website to make a financial donation. We are also looking for donations of gas, grocery, or big box store gift cards. Thank you!
Stay safe, keep caring. ❤️

Sunny days & incredible care campaigns = two of ou

Sunny days & incredible care campaigns = two of our favorite things. Thanks to all who donated to our double care campaign last month - you helped make two mamas and their babies very happy!
#bigtablecares

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made our ind

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made our industry dinner last month exceptional - @alliant for sponsoring and sending woman and man power, @thedavenportgrand for hosting us in your beautiful space, @chefaaronfish for dreaming up a magnificent meal, @jcompogno for the beautiful picture memories, all of the staff and volunteers who kept the meal running smoothly, and to everyone who pulled up a seat at the table - with all of you we are creating community around food, and care through community.
#bigtablecares

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Jodie Julagay

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Annee Compogno

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Phone

(509) 979-1005

Email

spokaneinfo@big-table.com

Mailing Address

PO Box 372
Spokane, WA 99210

Office Location

1411 West Garland Avenue, Suite E
Spokane, WA 99205