Workshop A:
Finding Your First 100 Donors

On average, Community Cafes fundraise 47% of their operating revenue. And individual donors are the key to success of every fundraising plan. But, for a new cafe this can be difficult and feel overwhelming.

This workshop will walk you through the practical steps of where to start, what to do when you receive a donation, and what to do when you get stuck.

FACILITATOR: Julie Williams, Taste Community Restaurant (Arlington and Fort Worth, TX)

Julie Williams currently serves as Board President for One World Everybody Eats; and also sits on the Board of Directors for Taste Project and its pay-what-you-can restaurants Taste Community Restaurant in Fort Worth and Arlington, Texas .

Her heart and passion for community and connection have played a critical role in telling the story of Taste Project and Taste Community Restaurant and creating an impact that runs deeper than just food.

With over 10 years sales and marketing experience in healthcare, Julie has successfully transitioned her skills to the nonprofit sector.

As a part of One World Everybody Eats Board of Directors, Julie is a critical player in the short-term and mid-term strategy development to position the organization for the next stage of growth.

Workshop D:
FAQs for cafe start-ups

Every Community Cafe® is as unique as the communities they serve. If you’ve experienced one Community Cafe, then you’ve seen only one cafe. However, over the years One World Everybody Eats has developed seven core principles of successful nonprofit Community Cafes, which are rooted in Food Insecurity Theory.

This workshop will answer the most frequently asked questions from communities looking to launch a Community Cafe and answer a few of your questions.

FACILITATOR: Jennifer Earle, Grace Cafe (Danville, KY)

Jennifer Earle currently serves as the Executive Director of Grace Cafe and Financial Officer at Trinity Episcopal Church in Danville, KY. She has been a non-profit accountant for over 24 years, working for various organizations in the US and overseas.

Besides being a lover of numbers and statistics, she is passionate about food and feeding all in the community.   Jennifer developed a love for cooking while living in Uganda and England with the help of an early 80’s cookbook.

When she isn’t working she loves traveling with her family and spending time in her garden.