Part of the mission of Basil Tree Catering is to make a positive difference in our local and regional community. Basil Tree makes food donations valued at approximately 10% of our net profits each year to various organizations. The following is a list of some of the organizations that we support.
A not-for-profit food and nutrition program providing services throughout Massachusetts to individuals and families living with critical and chronic illnesses.
A network of volunteers who offer free, home-cooked meals to vulnerable populations seeking assistance from direct-service agencies in the Greater Boston area.
A non-profit organization supporting farmland preservation, hunger relief and education.
A nonprofit organization based in Cambridge, MA with the mission to build a Massachusetts economy that is local, green and fair. Valerie, our chef/owner, serves on the advisory board for SBN.
A network of locally owned and independent businesses formed to build a strong Cambridge economy and a vibrant community.
YWCA Cambridge is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.
These outdoor community fridges, often built under a roof alongside some pantry shelves, are typically monitored and stocked by volunteers, filled with everything from fresh produce to canned goods and sometimes even toiletries and other non-food household essentials.
The City of Cambridge has provided generous organizational efforts and funding to partner with local restaurants and caterers to provide weekly meals for individuals experiencing homelessness.
The Cambridge Women’s Center is a physical and digital community space open to anyone for whom woman is a meaningful identifier or lived experience. They offer a safe space for learning, emotional support, empathy, and empowerment through self-determination.
