Together at The Table: A Black People Outside Banquet

Together at The Table: A Black People Outside Banquet is a celebration of fresh food, community resilience, and youth empowerment. Hosted by Black People Outside and Gardeneers, this special event will bring guests together for a beautifully curated evening featuring a rustic farm-to-table dinner, inspiring conversation, and deep connection.

The banquet will spotlight the critical work of Gardeneers Chicago, advancing food justice through youth-led gardening initiatives and sustainable urban agriculture.

Rustic farm-to-table dinner

A thoughtfully prepared meal made with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients, served in a beautiful outdoor garden setting.

Craft cocktails & wine

Enjoy a curated selection of cocktails and wine served alongside dinner to complement the evening’s flavors and ambiance.

Curated community gathering

An intentional space to connect with guests who share a passion for food, justice, and collective growth.

Engaging conversations

Inspiring dialogue about food justice, youth empowerment, and the vital work of Gardeneers and Black People Outside.

Live DJ and garden ambiance

A lively atmosphere with music, summer blooms, and intentional energy that invites joy and connection.

Support for a meaningful mission

Proceeds directly support Gardeneers’ work in growing healthy futures through youth-led garden education and food justice programming.

910 S. Homan Avenue, Chicago, IL

Thursday, July 31st | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Guests are welcomed into the garden for an evening of connection and celebration. Enjoy a refreshing beverage and the sounds of our DJ as you take in the space and settle in.

A special guided tour of the garden, offering an inside look at the spaces where youth are growing food, leadership, and community. Photo opportunities available.

Gather at the table for a rustic farm-to-table meal featuring locally sourced ingredients. Share in thoughtful conversation and delicious food that honors our collective work and vision.

A brief program featuring remarks from Black People Outside, Gardeneers, and community partners. Sponsors will be recognized and celebrated for their support and impact.

As the evening continues, enjoy conversation while the DJ sets the tone for a relaxed and joyful close to the night. The evening concludes with gratitude, reflection, and a renewed commitment to building a more just and nourishing future—together at the table.

Support this event by becoming a sponsor. All proceeds directly fund Gardeneers’ mission to grow healthy futures for Chicago’s youth.

• Reserved table for 6 guests
• Recognition on event signage and printed program
• Social media thank you from both hosts
• Logo on shared sponsor board
• Option to include materials or giveaways in guest gift bags

• Premium table for 12 guests
• Verbal recognition during the program
• Custom social media spotlight on both partner accounts
• VIP garden tour and photo ops
• Everything included in the Seed Sponsor tier

• Premier table for 18 guests with custom decor
• Naming rights to a feature of the evening (e.g., “Presented by [Your Brand]”)
• Dedicated email newsletter inclusion
• Private garden volunteer day or outdoor excursion with Black People Outside and Gardeneers
• VIP garden tour and photo ops
• Everything from the Harvest & Seed tiers included

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