ROI Snapshot: How One Quarterly Lunch That Funds Training Supports Job Training
When CSR and finance sit down together, catering usually lives in the “expense” column: necessary, recurring, and disconnected from impact. But what if one recurring corporate lunch could function as a small, predictable impact asset—without adding a new line item? That’s the basic idea behind a lunch that funds training with a social enterprise like […]
Inside a Second Chance Kitchen: What Trainees Actually Learn
If you’ve never stepped into a second chance kitchen training program, it’s easy to picture something informal: a few people chopping vegetables, kind volunteers, a loose sense of “helping out.” The reality at Gathering Industries is very different. Behind every boxed lunch that leaves the Atlanta kitchen is a structured, standards-driven training environment where people […]
Why Mission Driven Catering Beats “Just Another Lunch” for Modern Workplaces
When you’re responsible for feeding a whole office, you’re juggling a lot more than sandwiches and salad. You’re managing budgets, headcounts, dietary restrictions, logistics, and a calendar that never seems to slow down. Most days, “just getting lunch handled” feels like a win. But your catering budget is doing more than keeping people from getting […]
From Incarceration to Inspiration: Jerry Smiley’s Story of Hope and Transformation
At Gathering Industries, we believe in the power of second chances. Our mission is to provide individuals experiencing homelessness or hardship with the tools they need to rebuild their lives through culinary training and meaningful support. Today, we are honored to spotlight Jerry Smiley, whose remarkable journey embodies resilience, hope, and transformation. A Journey of […]
Chef Alex Reetof: Culinary Training as a Beacon of Hope
Our Journey Together At Gathering Industries, we transform culinary training into life-changing opportunities for individuals experiencing homelessness. Thanks to your unwavering support, numerous stories of hope and success have unfolded right before our eyes. The Power of Your Voice Your voice is a powerful tool in our quest to extend our reach and impact. Sharing […]
Kroger Community Rewards makes donating easy
Did you know that you can easily support Gathering Industries while doing your regular grocery shopping at Kroger? It’s true! By linking your Kroger Shoppers Card to the Community Rewards program, you can make a difference with every purchase you make. Here’s how it works: STEP 1: Sign up: Visit kroger.com or the mobile app […]
Make a direct donation to Gathering Industries as we settle into our new kitchen space.
Your generosity helps us continue our mission of serving those experiencing homelessness by providing high-level job training in the culinary arts and feeding our community. We need specific equipment to help us set up our space and provide the best learning environment for our program participants. 4 sheet pan racks $1000 Stackable washer dryer $1500 Camera system $1500 Small […]