TangoTab dished out more than sandwiches at their monthly charity event “Feed the City: Sandwich Making for the Homeless.” Volunteers rolled up their sleeves to make literally thousands of sandwiches for the hungry and homeless in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex. In doing so, TangoTab served a valuable lesson to kiddos. That lesson being: you’re never too young to help. The event kicked off with an announcement from TangoTab’s Social Change Director, Nick Marino Jr. standing on the bar sans microphone. “We’re the richest country in the world yet millions go to bed hungry…hunger is happening in our own neighborhood and we’re here to fight it. We can end hunger.”
For clarity sake, TangoTab is not a “sandwich-making event organization.” It’s important for people to understand that TangoTab is a smart-phone app that allows everyday people to feed the hungry just by accepting a discounted offer at participating restaurants whereas the restaurant then pays TangoTab for attracting new and reoccurring diners. TangoTab’s proceeds are then donated to a local food bank such as Minnie’s Food Pantry and the North Texas Food Bank. As much as 20% of TangoTab’s profits are donated to food banks, which is among the largest percentage that is donated to charity. Simple enough, right? Most everyday people and restaurants definitely want to help feed America so it’s a win-win for all parties involved.
TangoTab was created out of a necessity to address hunger issues here in America. TangoTab’s CEO, Andre Angel remembers visiting a local food bank where people from all walks of life and socio-economic backgrounds would line up just to get a meal and at that point he knew something had to be done. "I wanted to combine my knowledge of technology and use the power of business to solve social issues,” said Andre. "There’s hunger and there are stories that people should know about. With TangoTab, you can help people just by dining out."
In addition to using the TangoTab app daily, the "Feed the City: Sandwich Making for the Hungry” hosted by the company is great for bringing people together on a monthly bases. For some volunteers, it was their first time while others have participated in many food drive campaigns. “We’ve been doing mobil charity since 2012,” said one participant. “We volunteer with SoupMobile, RAINN, Random Acts of Kindness, Feed the Children in addition to TangoTab.” TangoTab partners with the SoupMobile for this and other outreach initiatives. The SoupMobile takes food to the streets where there is the largest homeless population in Dallas and has provided over 200,000 meals a year since their inception in 2012.
After the sandwiches are made, they are loaded into the back of the SoupMobile truck then delivered right to the hands of the homeless. TangoTab’s, “Feed the City” event is a valuable experience for kids because it allows them to be an active participant of team work. “The benefits of having kids participate is that it brings mom and dad,” said Nick. “There is an opportunity to begin a good conversation when children ask where does the food go and they’ll be able to tell the story of hunger in America.” 9-year old Josia stated that he was volunteering to 'help people and that he needed it for his school project.' “I learned that somebody made an app to feed people when they go through hard times and I think that’s cool,” said Josia.
“We like the fact that we’re helping the community and we offer half off our brunch menu with TangoTab,” said Nodding Donkey House Manager, Angela S. Throughout the day, almost nonstop, you’d see young boys whipping by with large trays of sandwich items being delivered to the volunteers’ tables. This is something they can get involved in and take charge of where they learn that people need food and not expensive Nike’s,” said Lauri Stoval, mother of two pre-teen boys. “As far as being hungry and homeless, it can happen to anyone.” Feed the City: Sandwich Making for the Hungry is a highly recommended and fun event for the whole family. There’s a positive atmosphere, great music and energetic people coming together for a great cause. Again, sandwich-making is great however, over 900,000 people have been fed since the app was launched in March 2012. That’s more than a sandwich for a day. Using the TangoTab app to feed the hungry impacts our society in a positive way.
Download the TangoTab App, check into your favorite participating restaurants and join TangoTab every second Saturday of the month at the Nodding Donkey Bar & Grill near SMU in Dallas. The next sandwich making event is this Saturday! June 13th, 2015.
Download the TangoTab App, check into your favorite participating restaurants and join TangoTab every second Saturday of the month at the Nodding Donkey Bar & Grill near SMU in Dallas. The next sandwich making event is this Saturday! June 13th, 2015.
Kids say the darndest things. Here are a few quotes from the kiddos about the event:
“I just fed 8 people when I bought this (TangoTab) wrist band for a $1.” -Ajua C., age 8.
“I think I made 60-70 sandwiches. I can do this with my eyes closed.” -Aden, age 11.
“Never give up on your dream and believe in yourself.” -Caleb, age 9.
“I think it needs more mustard.” -A pretty little girl, age 6.
For more information about TangoTab and their family-friendly charitable events, visit TangoTab.com
“I just fed 8 people when I bought this (TangoTab) wrist band for a $1.” -Ajua C., age 8.
“I think I made 60-70 sandwiches. I can do this with my eyes closed.” -Aden, age 11.
“Never give up on your dream and believe in yourself.” -Caleb, age 9.
“I think it needs more mustard.” -A pretty little girl, age 6.
For more information about TangoTab and their family-friendly charitable events, visit TangoTab.com
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