#TSOGIVING INITIATIVES


TSoGiving Contributions

Please consider donating to our #Tsogiving Initiatives. Donations can be added to any order placed on our website or you can donate directly to our Venmo or GoFundMe accounts. There’s no donation too small (or too big for that matter)! 100% of all donations go towards the #Tsogiving campaign which is committed to fight hunger, promote youth education, and support our community needs.


december 2023: keep feeding austin golf tournament

Our third annual golf tournament was an incredible success, filled with camaraderie with a sense of purpose.

Golfers of diverse backgrounds united for a day of friendly competition and philanthropy. The air was vibrant with enthusiasm as players demonstrated their skills on the course, creating enduring memories and fostering new friendships.

A highlight of the event was the charity raffles, where participants eagerly awaited the chance to win remarkable prizes, all while supporting a noble cause. These raffles added an extra layer of excitement and unity, symbolizing the collective effort towards making a positive impact. In essence, it was a heartwarming and impactful day, underscoring the power of community and generosity in creating meaningful experiences.


October 2022: KEEP FEEDING AUSTIN GOLF TOURNAMENT

The second Keep Feeding Austin Golf Tournament, hosted by Tso Chinese Delivery and Chilantro BBQ, was a smashing success, bringing together the Austin community for a day of golf, food, and philanthropy. The event was held at the beautiful Avery Ranch Golf Club in North Austin.

It was heartwarming to see the community come together once again to support such an important cause, making a difference in the lives of others.

We’d like to give our special thanks to our sponsors who aid us in the mission to better our local community.

Title Sponsor: Tenet Design Albatross Sponsors: Total Dog!, Golfinity_ATX Eagle Sponsors: Uber Eats, Kong Screen Printing, Texas Mutual Insurance Company, ATX Environmental Solutions, Jeremiah's Italian Ice, Egan Nelson LLP, Chuy's
Birdie Sponsors: Pak Family Eye Care, Higginbotham, Sysco, Near Holdings, Prospect Real Estate, Whorton Insurance Services, ePac Flexible Packaging Non-Profit Sponsor: BackPack Friends
Par Sponsors: SOAL Technologies, Austin Doodles And Poodles, MyStarr, Paycor, Yan Yan Tung - State Farm Agent, Bottletheflavor


APRIL 2022: MEALS for emergency service & healthcare providers

The Tsogiving Initiative partnered with Austin EMS Association and Good Work Austin in donating 200 warm meals during the winter freeze to first responders, doctors, and nurses.

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) provide rapid medical response and care to people in emergency situations, such as accidents or medical emergencies. Their quick response and expertise can mean the difference between life and death for those in need, making them an invaluable resource in any community.

It made our day to be able to give back to those who do so much for our local community. Thank you all for doing Tso much for our growing city of Austin, we had so much fun getting to meet each of you!


March 2022: Blue crab Rangoon PRomotion to support Ukraine

With the support of our amazing customers we were able to donate $7,868.00 to The Humanitarian Crisis in Ukraine, opened by The National Bank of Ukraine, through our Blue Crab Rangoon promotion. We were able to donate $4 via our charitable arm TsoGiving for every purchase of specially marked Blue Crab Rangoons ❤️.

Our Tso family and team extends beyond Austin and would not be where we are today without the help and work of some of our amazing software development team located in Ukraine. Thank you so much for showing them your support and kindness. We are inspired by their courage and bravery as they now seek to defend their freedom and country.


Feburary 2022: Winter Storm Meals

Unfortunately, Texas was hit by another devastating winter storm in February 2022, causing widespread power outages and leaving many people in need of food assistance.
We remembered the impact of our previous efforts and wanted to do everything we could to support our neighbors during this difficult time. Our team worked tirelessly to prepare and distribute hot meals to many families and individuals in the area. We were grateful for the opportunity to lend a helping hand once again and to show our commitment to supporting the community in times of need.


November 2021: Keep Feeding Austin Golf Tournament

Tso Chinese Delivery teamed up with our friends from Chi’Lantro to host Keep Feeding Austin Charity Golf Tournament on November 11th at Forest Creek Golf Club. Co-title sponsored by Tenet Design Partners and UBS, and hosted by Jae Kim and our co-founder & CEO, Min Choe, we were able to raise support for our restaurant’s respective charitable campaigns.

“So much of our Austin community is hurting right now as we continue to try to recover from the Covid-19 pandemic. It’s so important that local businesses come together and support the very community that we serve,” said Choe. “I am honored to join forces with my good friend, Jae Kim, to combine a fun, outdoor event in golf, to help raise funds to allow our organizations to continue our mission of giving back and Keep Feeding Austin.”

Through the generosity of our participants, our proceeds from the event were upwards of $54,000 in funds to support local educators, healthcare workers, and families in need. Please know every dollar raised—from sponsorships and golfer packages to raffle and live auction items—will be utilized by our charitable arms #TsoGiving and #ChiLantroCares to bring meals to those still in need in the local Austin area.

Thank you to our following generous sponsors who helped make this event possible.

Co-Title sponsors, Tenet Design and UBS
Albatross Sponsors, PXG and UberEats
Eagle Sponsors, Tiff's Treats, Kong Screenprinting, Texas Mutual Insurance Company, Greenbelt Botanicals, and Epac


AUGUST 2021: BACK to School Initiative

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#25kForTeachers

Tso Chinese Delivery will be donating up to 1,000 gift credits in the amount of $25 to Austin area teachers and staff members.

Submissions will open at 4pm beginning August 17th through August 30th, until the maximum applications are received for each day (75 applications per day).

Tso Chinese Delivery will be showing their appreciation for local teachers with the Back to School #TsoGiving initiative, which will give $25,000 in free meals to Austin-area educators. Through this campaign, #TsoGiving will be able to provide $25 in free meals to 1000 teachers.

Beginning on Tuesday, August 17th, teachers can apply thru the link above. Applications will open at 4pm CT daily through August 29th allowing 75 applications per day. Once approved, teachers will receive a $25 credit to use at Tso, allowing them to order food at their convenience for pick up at one of Tso’s two locations (Cherrywood and Arboretum).

“This school year is a unique and challenging one for teachers and students, many who are returning to in-person learning for the first time in over a year.  Teachers and school staff are an extension of our families, so we wanted to show support and appreciation for all they do for our children.” said Tso’s co-founder and CEO, Min Choe. 

Teachers will have to fill out their own application to receive credit, but parents, friends and family can spread the word about the initiative and encourage teachers to apply, and also donate to the #TsoGiving fund via  tsogiving.com.


Feburary 2021: Winter FReeze Meal Donations

In February 2021, Texas was hit by an unprecedented winter storm that left millions without power, water, and food. During this difficult time, we at Tso stepped up to help the community by donating meals to those in need.
We recognized the urgency of the situation and knew that many families were struggling to put food on the table. With our team's dedication, we were able to prepare and deliver hot meals to over 100 families in need in the local area.
It was our way of giving back to the community that has supported us over the years, and we were proud to be able to make a difference during a challenging time.


November 2020: #tsogiving Holiday Initiative

We are excited to announce our #TsoGiving Holiday initiative to continue Tso’s commitment to providing meal assistance to those facing hunger in the city of Austin. In the spirit of the holiday season, we will be providing $100,000 of meals through #TsoGiving from now until the end of the year. We are blessed and privileged to have partnered with the below local organizations in an effort to work together and provide meals to as many people as we can.

#TsoGiving Holiday Partners

Central Texas Food Bank
Austin Asian Community Health Initiative
People’s Community Clinic
SAFE
Asian Family Support Services of Austin
Casa Marianella
American Gateways


Want to help support #TsoGiving? Donate via Venmo or GoFundMe via tsogiving.com, or add a donation with your order tsodelivery.com. For every $1 donated, we can give $3 in meals. With your help, we hope to raise $35,000 so we can continue programs just like this.


SEPTEMBER 2020: FREE CURBSIDE FAMILY MEALS

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We are continuing our #TsoGiving curbside, contactless drive through offering FREE MEALS to anyone in need, no questions asked.

9/5, Saturday, from 11-1pm @ Tso Arboretum Crossing.

Please share with someone in need to help spread the word!


August 2020: Free Meals and Free Masks

We are bringing back our #TsoGiving curbside, contactless drive through offering FREE MEALS & MASKS to anyone in need!

8/1, Saturday, from 11am-1pm @ Tso Arboretum Crossing.

Please share with someone in need and help spread the word!

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JULY 2020: #TsoGiving for Families

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For the months of July and August 2020, we continued our outreach to the community to help families in need. Based off nominations, we selected one Austin-area family in need, at random, to receive $500 in Tso credit for July. The August recipients of the $500 credit were an elderly couple who work as substitute teachers facing financial hardships due to school closures in recent months.


MAY 2020: #50Kforteachers

For the month of May, 2020, and in observance of Teacher Appreciation Week (May 4-8), #tsogiving recognized the commitment and hard work by our beloved teachers. Often underappreciated and underpaid, teachers play one of the most important roles in our communities as role models to our children. Tso Chinese Delivery’s #tsogiving campaign donated $50,000 ($50 each to 1,000 teachers) in credit towards meals for teachers working for Austin area school districts.

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APRIL 2020: Curbside Drive Through

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In the month of April, 2020, #tsogiving provided $40,000 worth of food to families who have been displaced by COVID-19. Cars lined up in front of the Tso Chinese Delivery Arboretum Crossing location, where they were provided meals by Tso and Snap Kitchen, water from Richard’s Rainwater, tea from Zhi Tea, and over 5000 eggs from Vital Farms. This was made possible in part through a generous donation from Alpha Paving Industries, who has been an integral part of #tsogiving’s campaign to feed those in need.