ROOTS
Rosemary & Rye: Outreach & Opportunities to Serve
Rosemary & Rye: Outreach and Opportunities to Serve, or ROOTS, is our company-wide community service program.
We created ROOTS to give our team regular opportunities to get involved with organizations doing important work throughout Charleston. Through the program, we can be more intentional about supporting local organizations and build relationships that extend beyond a one-time donation.
Every organization needs something different.
The way we support an organization depends on what it actually needs and what our team can reasonably provide. Some of the ways we may be able to help include:
This is not a fixed list. If your organization has another need or an idea for working together, we are always open to having that conversation.
Finding the right opportunities for our team.
Our team members can nominate organizations or causes they care about throughout the year. We also welcome requests directly from nonprofits, schools, grassroots groups, and other organizations serving the community. Because we cannot take on every opportunity, we focus on projects connected to Charleston and the nearby communities where our team lives and works.
We consider how each request aligns with our values and whether there is a meaningful way for our team to participate. We prioritize organizations that are transparent, inclusive, and closely connected to the people they serve. An organization does not need to work within food or hospitality to be considered. ROOTS was created to support the many different needs within our community.
A closer look at ROOTS.
ROOTS looks different from one project to the next. These videos share two recent opportunities that allowed our team to spend time with local organizations and take part in their work. Throughout the year, our team continues to support other projects and partnerships across the Charleston community.
Beyond BASIC Field Trip
Beyond BASIC provides leadership development and hands-on learning experiences for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
During a recent field trip to Rosemary & Rye, participants visited our kitchen and worked alongside our team while learning more about how we prepare for events.
Learn more about Beyond BASIC ↗Sleep in Heavenly Peace Bed Build
Sleep in Heavenly Peace works to make sure children in our community have a safe and comfortable place to sleep.
Rosemary & Rye sponsored and hosted a bed build at our warehouse, where our team worked alongside volunteers to build 10 beds for local children.
Learn more about Sleep in Heavenly Peace ↗Organizations we are grateful to work with.
Our work with each organization looks a little different. Some are ongoing partnerships, while others have centered around a particular event or need.
AFFA works to achieve equality and acceptance for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people in the Lowcountry through education, advocacy, and community programs.
We have supported AFFA events with catering and bar service.
Beautiful Gate provides specialized programs for children and young adults with developmental disabilities. The center offers tailored therapeutic services and educational opportunities that empower individuals to reach their full potential in a nurturing environment.
We have supported the Golden Gates Charity Gala by providing dinner service and event staffing.
Beyond BASIC provides leadership development, life skills, and hands-on learning experiences for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Our ongoing partnership includes monthly cooking classes focused on practical kitchen skills. We have also hosted a summer field trip and contributed bar service and products for fundraising events.
Camp Rise Above is a unique non-profit that provides fun, life changing camp experiences to children and young adults with serious illnesses, life challenges, and disabilities.
We have catered the annual Glamping Gala and supported holiday parties and other events with food and staffing. Members of our team have also volunteered as counselors during the summer day camp program.
Charleston Area Therapeutic Riding empowers children and adults with disabilities to enjoy more active and fulfilling lives through therapeutic horsemanship.
We cater the organization’s annual Derby Day fundraiser.
Food Rescue is dedicated to eliminating hunger and food waste by connecting volunteers and food donors to help transfer nutritious excess food to social service agencies serving the food insecure.
We donate unserved surplus food from events when it can be safely distributed to organizations serving people facing food insecurity.
The Charleston Literary Festival celebrates the power of literature by uniting authors, thinkers, and readers for engaging discussions, workshops, and events, fostering a deeper appreciation for diverse literary voices and ideas.
We have supported festival events with catering and bar service.
The Chamber of Commerce supports the regional business community by fostering economic growth, advocating for business-friendly policies, and providing resources, networking, and development opportunities to help businesses thrive.
We have supported Chamber programs and events with catering and bar service.
The Parks Conservancy is dedicated to enhancing and preserving local public parks. They focus on park restoration, maintenance, and programming to ensure vibrant and well-maintained green spaces for everyone to enjoy.
We have served as a multi-year sponsor of Party for the Parks and supported other Conservancy events with catering and bar service.
East Cooper Meals on Wheels delivers hot meals and regular check-ins to homebound neighbors east of the Cooper River, helping them stay nourished and connected.
We sponsor a Chef’s Table at the annual gala, contributing more than 200 tasting plates to help raise funds for East Cooper Meals on Wheels.
Encouraging Women Across All Borders is a nonprofit dedicated to empowering women globally through education, mentorship, and advocacy, supporting women and non-binary individuals in overcoming barriers.
We contributed a private chef experience to the organization’s silent auction to support its fundraising.
Fishing for a Cure is an annual Lowcountry fishing tournament that raises funds to support local breast cancer patients.
We have supported Fishing for a Cure events with catering and bar service.
Going Places provides joy to children in need by gifting them new bicycles. The nonprofit aims to uplift kids by giving them the freedom, confidence, and happiness that come with owning their own bike.
We have supported Going Places fundraising events with catering and event service.
The Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation supports education, child welfare, and music programs for children throughout South Carolina.
We provided bar staffing for the Bulls Bay Rodeo, held as part of The Hootie at Bulls Bay collegiate golf tournament.
James B. Edwards Elementary is a public school in Mount Pleasant serving students and families in the East Cooper community.
We have supported school events with donated catering and event service.
Local congregations, businesses, and individuals have put together a place where families and individuals in crisis receive genuine compassion, care, and help.
We contributed a private chef experience to the organization’s silent auction to help raise funds for its work in the James Island community.
MPPC aims to provide an education that develops the whole child by providing an educational experience of lasting value. MPPC aims to help develop in children the feeling of being loved and valued.
We have supported school events with catering services and contributed items to fundraising auctions.
The Lonon Foundation offers emotional and social support to children impacted by a parent or caregiver’s cancer. The foundation helps families navigate this difficult time, providing comfort and fostering resilience.
We have served as a food and beverage sponsor for Shuckfest and contributed items to the event’s silent auction.
The Charleston Lowcountry Food Bank’s mission is to lead the fight against hunger throughout the 10 coastal counties of South Carolina.
Our team volunteers at the food bank, and we donate surplus products from our kitchen when available.
Lowcountry Orphan Relief provides clothing, school supplies, and other essentials to children in crisis throughout the Lowcountry.
We contributed an auction item to support the organization’s fundraising.
Held each year at Boone Hall Plantation, the Lowcountry Oyster Festival raises funds for local charities through the Charleston Restaurant Foundation.
We have sponsored the festival’s VIP tent and provided bar staffing for the event.
The Foundation supports MUSC through philanthropy, by helping advance patient care, education, and research. It aims to enhance the university’s impact on health and wellness in the community and beyond.
We have supported MUSC Foundation events with catering and event service.
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s mission is to cure multiple sclerosis while raising awareness and empowering people affected by Multiple Sclerosis to live their best lives.
We sponsored a cyclist participating in a Bike MS fundraising event.
One80 Place is working to end and prevent homelessness through a number of supportive services including but not limited to; medical, legal, food rescue, and job training.
We donate surplus products from our kitchen to support the organization’s meal programs.
Our Lady of Mercy Community Outreach provides essential services like education, healthcare, and emergency assistance to the Lowcountry, through community support and donations.
We contributed a private chef experience to the organization’s silent auction in support of its fundraising.
PCC takes a multi-faceted approach to help those affected with HIV/AIDS, while also working to prevent the spread of HIV through testing, awareness campaigns, educational initiatives, and advocacy.
We have served as a catering partner for Gay Bingo for several years, providing our services at a reduced nonprofit rate and contributing a private chef experience to the silent auction. Members of our team have also volunteered in event support roles at Charleston Beer Fest.
Pet Helpers works to enhance the lives of both pets and people by providing compassionate care, facilitating adoptions, and offering educational programs for responsible pet ownership.
We serve as an annual sponsor of the Fur Ball Gala. Members of our team also take shelter dogs on outings to give them time away from the shelter and greater visibility with potential adopters.
The Point supports people in recovery from substance use disorder in the Charleston area through peer support, resources, and community connection.
We have supported The Point’s events with catering and event service.
The mission of Ronald McDonald House is to create compassionate environments and programs that provide families the best chance of success in caring for their child with complex medical needs.
Our team visits the house quarterly to prepare dinner for families staying there. We also provide breakfasts and other meals when additional support is needed.
Sleep in Heavenly Peace builds and delivers beds to children who do not have one, working to make sure every child in the community has a safe and comfortable place to sleep.
We sponsored and hosted a community bed build at our warehouse, where our team worked alongside volunteers to build 10 beds for local children.
Society 1858 is the young professionals auxiliary of the Gibbes Museum of Art, supporting the museum’s exhibitions, education programs, and the 1858 Prize for Contemporary Southern Art.
We serve as a multi-year bar sponsor for the annual Winter Party.
Spoleto Festival USA is a non-profit organization dedicated to presenting an eclectic mix of performing arts, including opera, theater, dance, and music, to enrich and engage the community.
We have supported festival events with catering and bar service.
Trident Academy is a Mount Pleasant school serving students with language-based learning differences through individualized, research-based instruction.
We have supported school events with donated catering and event service.
Tell us about your organization.
If your organization is looking for volunteers, event support, donated goods, fundraising assistance, or another type of partnership, we would be happy to learn more.
Complete our Community Partnership Request form to tell us about your organization and what you need. Requests are reviewed throughout the year based on the nature of the opportunity and what our team can take on at that time. Submitting a request does not guarantee that we will be able to participate or provide support, but we will give each request thoughtful consideration.
Prefer to start with a conversation? Contact Laurel at laurel@rosemaryandrye.com.
