Catering for a Cause
From intimate family gatherings to sprawling opening night galas, The Works is a non-profit catering and events firm that creates outstanding culinary experiences in an ambiance of style and taste. Whether the desired effect is understated or breathtaking, our team ensures an elegant setting for your event, menus uniquely tailored to your clientele, and an unsurpassed level of service.
Founded by Housing Works in 1997, The Works contributes every dollar of profit to provide medical care, job training and social services to more than 20,000 homeless New Yorkers living with HIV and AIDS. Clients including ABC Networks, MAC Cosmetics and the United Way have realized the value of retaining a high-end caterer who gives back to a deserving New York charity, proving that great food and philanthropy belong on the same menu.
Rental and Catering Packages
The Works Catering and the Bookstore Café offer a variety of superb wedding packages.
the THRIFT
- Seven hour rental at the Housing Works Bookstore Café
- A selection of passed hors d’oeuvres
- Wine, beer & non-alcoholic beverages
the SOHO
- Eight-hour rental at Housing Works Bookstore Café
- Buffet dinner
- Wine, beer, speciality cocktail & non-alcoholic beverages
the “WORKS”
- Full day rental at Housing Works Bookstore Café
- A selection of passed hors d’oeuvres
- Buffet or seated dinner
- Full bar