1988 Circle (Lifetime Giving)
Lifetime giving of $500,000+
The 1988 Circle recognizes individuals whose cumulative lifetime support have reached or exceeded giving of $500,000 or more.
- All the benefits of Executive Circle, plus…
- Exclusive seating for you and a guest at all signature Food & Friends events;
- A special recognition on the 1988 Circle perpetual plaque housed in the Food & Friends reception area; and
- A special thank you gift from Food & Friends delivered to your home during the December holidays.
Executive Circle
Annual gifts of $25,000+
Executive Circle members are recognized and extended:
- All the benefits of Leadership Circle, plus…
- First choice to attend the Celebrity Chef Dinner Series (advanced notice required); and
- An invitation to meet with the Food & Friends executive board.
If you have questions about the Executive Circle, please contact Buffy DeBreaux-Watts, Senior Philanthropy Officer, at (202) 269-6893 or bdwatts@foodandfriends.org.
Leadership Circle
Annual gifts of $10,000-$24,999
In gratitude for your generous annual support at this level, our Leadership Circle donors receive:
- All the benefits of Chef’s Circle, plus…
- An invitation for you and a guest to attend the annual Celebrity Chef Dinner;
- Advanced notification of Thanksgiving Day volunteer opportunities;
- Invitations to conversations with the Executive Director in person or via Zoom with progress and updates on the state of Food & Friends; and an
- Annual Advocacy briefing with key Food Is Medicine advocacy leaders from our region.
If you have questions about the Leadership Circle, please contact Buffy DeBreaux-Watts, Senior Philanthropy Officer, at (202) 269-6893 or bdwatts@foodandfriends.org.
Chef’s Circle
Annual gifts of $5,000–$9,999
In recognition of your generous annual support at this level, our Chef’s Circle supporters receive:
- All the benefits of The Red Apron Society, plus…
- The opportunity to attend the virtual client/dietitian forum held annually; and a
- Special invitation to volunteer on Thanksgiving Day.
If you have questions about the Chef’s Circle, please contact Buffy DeBreaux-Watts, Senior Philanthropy Officer, at (202) 269-6893 or bdwatts@foodandfriends.org.
Red Apron Society
Annual gifts $1,000–$4,999
As a thanks for your annual support Red Apron Society, members receive:
- Invitations to join us for exclusive Food & Friends networking events;
- The opportunity to visit Food & Friends for a personal tour of our facility;
- A personal Food & Friends staff representative to contact with any questions or concerns;
- An invitation to an exclusive estate planning seminar;
- VIP Access and Check-In at Chef’s Best;
- Regular updates from Food & Friends leadership; and
- A special Food & Friends gift!
If you have questions about the Red Apron Society, please contact Elgin Martin, Donor Relations Manager, at (202) 269-6883 or emartin@foodandfriends.org.
Legacy Society
By supporting Food & Friends with a bequest through your will, estate, or retirement plan, you are making an impact on the nutritional health of neighbors in our community. As a Legacy Society member, you’ll receive:
- Invitations to attend special Food & Friends events;
- VIP Access and Check-In at Chef’s Best;
- A special listing on the Food & Friends website; and
- A meaningful Food & Friends gift!