We DIG Community tells the stories of the people and organizations behind our Service Made Social mission. In this episode, we speak to Brad Reubendale, the Executive Director of SAME Cafe in Denver, CO. 

 

Brad is the energetic and passionate leader of SAME Cafe, Denver's first nonprofit restaurant. Their donation-based, fair exchange model ensures everyone can enjoy this healthy, locally sourced and chef-crafted food, regardless of ability to pay. 

 

Brad sheds light on his own personal journey, shares the story behind SAME Cafe and explains how we arrived there in his professional career. Also, we discuss the connection between food and community, along with the importance of dignity and respect in the nonprofit sector. You'll love all the nuggets of insight and wisdom from Brad! 

 

Community Bucket Denver has partnered with SAME Cafe in the past, and many of our local farming partners actually supply produce to their kitchens. We are proud to support this local organization reimagining the restaurant space and innovating new solutions to food access. 

 

How to Get Involved with SAME Cafe:

• SAME Cafe's website: https://www.soallmayeat.org/home
• SAME Cafe's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samecafe/
• Connect with Brad on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-allen-reubendale-31b4a655/

 

About Community Bucket 

We DIG Community is put together by the folks at Community Bucket -- and we can't wait to share some of the personalities behind the brand. Community Bucket is a nonprofit dedicated to building local connections through social volunteering. Connect with like-minded neighbors who share a passion for giving back and having fun.

 

How you can get involved: 

Visit communitybucket.com/ if you're interested in experiencing Service Made Social!

 

Where you can find us:

Website: communitybucket.com/

Atlanta Instagram: @communitybucket_atl

Austin Instagram: @communitybucket_atx

Denver Instagram: @communitybucket_den

Facebook: @CommunityBucket