Dan Barrios at Network Fork Off. Courtesy of Network.
Network of Community Ministries is committed to the serious business of providing food and other services to children and families within Richardson ISD’s 14 zip codes. But that doesn’t mean their dedicated volunteers and supporters don’t know how to party.
The nonprofit’s annual fundraiser, known as Network Fork-Off, raised more than $120,000 Oct. 21. Area restaurants competed for the “Golden Fork,” vying to impress judges including Richardson Mayor Bob Dubey, West Coast University’s Amy King and First United Methodist Church of Richardson’s Rev. Joy Anderson.
Tejano Brother’s Catering won the grand prize for their gourmet mashed potato bar, and the People’s Choice Award went to Beyond the Bar – Zero Proof Ritual. Charlotte Edwards, a neighbor who participates in Network’s Senior Services, won the Fork-Off Apron Contest, and second place went to Richardson City Councilmember Dan Barrios.
Monica and Glenn Scott chaired the event. Additional participating restaurants included Anaya’s Kitchen, Arabica Mediterranean, Circle B Catering, Cappuccino Italian Bistro, Desperados, Guitars and Growlers, La Casita Bakeshop, Lockwood Distilling Co, Mojo’s Java, Northside Drafthouse, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Okaeri Cafe and Tongue in Cheek Ice Cream.
Network began in 1985 when several churches and community organizations came together during an economic downturn to assist families in need. Network is a non-denominational, community-based organization providing basic needs assistance, a mobile food pantry, youth programs, Seniors’ Net and stabilization programs.
If you’d like to help, you may donate here or sign up to volunteer here.
Halff Family at Network Fork Off. Courtesy of Network.
Tejano Brothers win at Network Fork Off. Courtesy of Network.
Beyond the Bar. Courtesy of Network.
