Restaurant Guide: How to Accept Meal Purchases and Give Back to Your Community

As a restaurant owner in Canada, you're not just serving food—you're serving your community. Accepting meal purchases through BuytoEat is a powerful way to give back while building your restaurant's reputation and earning revenue.

**Important:** BuytoEat is a meal purchase platform, not a charity. We charge a platform service fee. Restaurants are solely responsible for pricing, taxes, and food sales.

Why Restaurants Should Accept Meal Purchases

**Benefits for Your Restaurant:**

1. **Community Impact**
- Feed people in need in your local area
- Build a reputation as a caring business
- Create positive word-of-mouth

2. **Customer Loyalty**
- Attract socially conscious customers
- Stand out from competitors
- Generate positive reviews and PR

3. **Direct Revenue**
- Receive payment for donated meals
- No loss of inventory or profit
- Payments go directly to your bank account

4. **Simple Management**
- Easy dashboard to track donations
- No complicated paperwork
- Minimal staff training required

How It Works with BuytoEat

**For Canadian Restaurants:**

1. **Join the Network**
- Apply at [buytoeat.com/join-restaurant](https://buytoeat.com/join-restaurant)
- Get approved (typically within 2-3 days)
- Set up your Stripe account for payments

2. **Create Your Meal Offer**
- Choose what meal you'll provide (e.g., "Hot Meal of the Day")
- Set the price ($10-$20 typical)
- Describe what's included

3. **Receive Meal Purchases**
- Customers buy meals online
- You receive payment directly to your bank
- Meals become available on your dashboard

4. **Serve Those in Need**
- Recipients show a digital voucher
- You prepare a fresh, dignified meal
- Mark the voucher as redeemed

**Online Meal Purchases (Canada Only)**

Currently, online meal purchases through BuytoEat are available for Canadian restaurants only. This ensures:
- Proper payment processing
- Compliance with Canadian regulations
- Direct bank payouts in CAD

**In-Person Meal Purchases (Worldwide)**

Restaurants anywhere can still participate in in-person meal purchases:
- Customers buy meals in-person at your restaurant
- You provide meals to those in need
- Track impact through your dashboard

What Makes a Good Meal Offer?

**Recommended:**
- Nutritious and filling (protein, vegetables, carbs)
- Easy to prepare consistently
- Represents your restaurant well
- Reasonably priced ($10-$20)

**Examples:**
- "Chef's Daily Special" - $15
- "Hearty Pasta Bowl" - $12
- "Burger & Fries" - $14
- "Rice Bowl with Protein" - $13

Success Stories

> "Since joining BuytoEat, we've served over 200 meals to people in need. Our customers love that they can help while supporting our restaurant." - *Joe's Pizza, Toronto*

> "The platform is so simple. We get paid, people get fed, and our community gets stronger." - *Maria's Kitchen, Vancouver*

Getting Started

**Step 1: Apply**
Visit [buytoeat.com/join-restaurant](https://buytoeat.com/join-restaurant)

**Step 2: Get Approved**
Our team reviews your application within 2-3 business days

**Step 3: Set Up Payments**
Connect your bank account through Stripe (secure & simple)

**Step 4: Create Your Offer**
Choose your meal and price

**Step 5: Start Feeding Your Community**
Receive meal purchases and serve meals with dignity

Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: Is there a fee to join?**
A: No! Joining BuytoEat is completely free.

**Q: How do I get paid?**
A: Payments go directly to your bank account via Stripe. Standard processing fees apply.

**Q: What if someone comes in without a valid voucher?**
A: You can verify all vouchers through your dashboard before serving.

**Q: Can I change my meal offer?**
A: Yes! Update your offer anytime through your restaurant dashboard.

Join the Movement

Restaurant owners across Canada are discovering that giving back doesn't mean giving up profit. With BuytoEat, you can:
- Feed your community
- Earn revenue
- Build your brand
- Make a difference

**Ready to join?** Apply today at [buytoeat.com/join-restaurant](https://buytoeat.com/join-restaurant)

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*BuytoEat helps Canadian restaurants accept meal purchases while getting paid directly. Join our network today.*