The Feeding Anchors program combines comprehensive training, relationship building, and ongoing support to help established caterers expand into institutional markets. Our participants gain more than just technical skills—they join a supportive community of food entrepreneurs committed to each other's success.
The program culminates in our annual Eat.Local.Food tasting event, Metro Denver's premier networking opportunity connecting institutional buyers with local caterers. Each year, nearly 200 staff from hospitals, universities, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations attend this structured showcase to discover new catering partners and experience their specialties firsthand.
Successful graduates join our Curated Caterer List, accessed regularly by institutional partners seeking reliable local vendors for their events and meetings. This exclusive listing creates ongoing opportunities to build relationships and do business with major institutions and organizations across the region.
Get support to grow your business or explore employee ownership.
Partner with us to align your spending with community wealth building.
Invest in transformative economic change.
Invest in transformative economic change
"The Feeding Anchors program helped us scale our operations and secure consistent customers. The support from CCW and connections to other caterers have been invaluable for our growth."
— [Featured Feeding Anchors Graduate]
Ready to transform your catering business?
Take the next step:
Our Small Business Team is here to help:
Karen Bartlett, Small Business Director: karen@communitywealth.org | 303.550.6305
Kimberly Bonner, Small Business Development Manager: kimberly@communitywealth.org | 301.385.0091