NRAI and Share Our Strength Sign MoU to Combat Child Hunger at Indian Restaurant Summit 2025

• Olive Bar & Kitchen contributes 30 lakhs to support Share Our Strength’s mission to end childhood hunger

Goa, September 17, 2025: The National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) and Share Our Strength, a leading global non-profit, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of NRAI at the 4th Edition of the Indian Restaurant Summit, held in Goa from 15th to 17th September.

This collaboration marks a significant step towards tackling childhood hunger and poverty in India by leveraging the reach and influence of the restaurant industry. Together, NRAI and Share Our Strength aim to build sustainable solutions that ensure no child goes hungry. To mark the beginning of this partnership, Olive Bar & Kitchen has extended generous support with a donation of INR 30 lakhs towards the cause.

Speaking on the occasion, Sagar Daryani, NRAI President said, “This partnership reflects our industry’s commitment to go beyond business and contribute meaningfully to society. Restaurants have always been about community, and we believe the power of food must extend to every child, especially those in need. By working with Share Our Strength, we hope to mobilize the collective strength of our members to not only create awareness but also take tangible action that can help eradicate childhood hunger in India. This initiative is close to our hearts, and we are determined to make a measurable difference in the years ahead.”

AD Singh, Founder & Managing Director, Olive Bar & Kitchen, added, “Food is not just about taste, it is about care, dignity, and community. At Olive, we have always believed in the responsibility to give back, and there is no greater cause than ensuring no child goes hungry. Our contribution to Share Our Strength is just the beginning and we hope it inspires many others in the industry to step forward and support this mission.”

Debbie Shore, Co-Founder, Share Our Strength, added, “Our mission has always been to end childhood hunger, and this MoU with NRAI marks a new chapter in that journey. India has one of the world’s largest food service sectors, and with NRAI’s leadership, we can channel its influence and resources to ensure children get the nutrition they need to grow, learn, and thrive. Together, we aim to build innovative programs, drive policy-level conversations, and involve restaurants directly in creating impact.”

The MoU signing at the AGM was a key highlight of the summit, underscoring the role of the restaurant industry in driving positive social change alongside economic growth.

About NRAI:

National Restaurant Association of India is the voice of the Indian Restaurant Industry. Founded in 1982, by L.C. Nirula of Nirula’s, Madan Lamba of Volga, O.P. Bahl of Khyber Restaurant, R.D. Gora of Gazebo, A.S. Kamat of Kamat Restaurants & other leading restaurateurs, it represents the interests of 500000+ Restaurants, an industry valued at INR 5.69 lakh crores. Being the leading association of the Indian Restaurant Industry, NRAI aspires to promote and strengthen the Indian Food Service Sector. The Association in its 42nd year has a pan India presence and is governed by a committee of members and led by a President and Office Bearers. The committee consists of over 30 Restaurant CEOs / Owners representing various national and international brands from the F&B sector. The association works closely with a network of State and City Chapters across the country.

Website:

https://nrai.org/

About Share Our Strength
From a humble beginning in a rowhouse in Washington DC nearly 40 years ago, Share Our Strength has become a leader in the nonprofit sector, raising and granting more than $600 million to fund programs designed to help vulnerable children and families. In 2010, the organization launched the No Kid Hungry campaign, which proved to be not only a powerful engine for raising money and awareness, but an effective way to work directly with programs on the ground. Today we’re expanding our work beyond the No Kid Hungry campaign to address the root causes of hunger and poverty.