By Victoria Neuman, Marketing Coordinator, TFB Hospitality

A feature piece from our Summer 2025 issue of the Lancaster Thriving Publication

How TFB Cares

When the COVID-19 pandemic shook Lancaster County in 2020, it brought many local businesses to a standstill. But for TFB Hospitality—owners of Annie Bailey’s Irish Pub, Conway Social Club, Per Diem Lititz, and TFB Catering—it was also a call to action. What started as a response to a crisis has evolved into a long-term mission: TFB Cares, a company-wide initiative dedicated to giving back through nourishment, partnership, and compassion.

From Crisis to Commitment

In the early days of the pandemic, with restaurant doors closed and the community in need, TFB Hospitality transformed its catering kitchens into hubs for producing free meals. These meals were delivered to essential workers, local shelters, and food-insecure families. What began as emergency relief has since grown into a sustained program of community support.

Today, TFB Cares continues to serve Lancaster County through regular meal donations, fundraising efforts, and partnerships with impactful organizations like Water Street Mission and CASA of Lancaster County. Every month, TFB Catering donates one to two full-scale meals to local nonprofits, offering nourishment alongside compassion, reminding recipients that they are seen, valued, and cared for.

Feeding More Than Stomachs

“Our mission goes beyond just serving food,” says Dakota, Director of Sales & Marketing at TFB Hospitality. “Serving with TFB Cares has shown me the true power of community—one meal, one heart, one neighbor at a time.”

The heart of TFB Cares lies in its team. Each restaurant and division within the TFB Hospitality group appoints a committee representative who meets monthly to plan, coordinate, and reflect on community initiatives. These meetings serve not only as logistical check-ins, but as reminders of why this work matters.

Team members from across the company volunteer their time to help prepare meals, deliver donations, and attend community events. Many also share their personal connections to the causes they support, turning a company initiative into something deeply personal.

The Power of Partnership

TFB Cares thrives because of its local partnerships. One such collaboration is with Water Street Mission, which provides shelter, recovery programs, and meals to Lancaster’s unhoused population. By preparing large-scale meals for Water Street guests, TFB Catering helps fill a critical need while easing the burden on the Mission’s kitchen and staff.

Another powerful relationship has formed with CASA of Lancaster County, which supports children and youth navigating the foster care system. TFB Cares has contributed meals to CASA events, offering comfort and nourishment to families and volunteers alike.

Whether it’s catering for nonprofit events or dropping off freshly prepared lunches to a community center, TFB Cares believes that food can be a powerful first step toward deeper connections and long-term change.

How the Community Can Get Involved

One of the most rewarding aspects of TFB Cares is that it isn’t just a company-driven effort—it’s open to the community. Businesses and individuals can partner with TFB Cares by sponsoring meals, volunteering time, or contributing to fundraising initiatives that directly support meal donations.

“People often want to help but don’t know where to start,” says Victoria, chairman of the TFB Cares Committee. “That’s where we come in. By providing the infrastructure and the kitchen, we make it easy for others to get involved and make a real difference.”

A Better Lancaster, One Meal at a Time

In a time when businesses are being called to serve not only their customers but their communities, TFB Hospitality has answered with action. Through TFB Cares, they are proving that hospitality can extend far beyond the table—and that when businesses invest in the wellbeing of their neighbors, everyone thrives.

For those looking to join the mission, more information about TFB Cares initiatives and partnership opportunities can be found by reaching out through TFB Hospitality’s website or social media channels. Because a stronger Lancaster starts with care—and sometimes, a good meal.

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