At Rooted Hospitality Group, hospitality has always meant more than great food and unforgettable nights out. It means showing up for people — especially our own — when it matters most.
That belief comes to life with Party with a Purpose, a special all-day fundraising celebration happening at our RUMBA locations, created to support our Jamaican team members and their families following the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa.
This is an invitation to come together as a community, enjoy incredible food and live island music, and know that every visit is helping rebuild lives.
Why This Matters
For years, Rooted has proudly welcomed team members from Jamaica who bring heart, warmth, and unmistakable energy to our restaurants. They are not seasonal help — they are family.
When Hurricane Melissa struck Jamaica, many of our teammates and their loved ones were directly affected, facing loss of homes, belongings, and access to essential resources. Party with a Purpose is our way of turning gratitude into action and standing beside them during recovery.
“Rooted is a family, and family steps up.” – Rachel and David Hersh
What Is Party with a Purpose?
Party with a Purpose is a one-day, island-inspired celebration where a portion of all food and beverage sales from the entire day will be donated directly to the Jamaica Relief Fund, supporting urgent needs such as:
- Food and clean water
- Toiletries and emergency supplies
- Flashlights, batteries, and power essentials
- Rebuilding assistance for families who lost homes or belongings
Guests are also invited to contribute additional donations through our GoFundMe, helping ensure support reaches those who need it most.
Event Details
📍 Locations
🗓 Date
Friday, November 14 (All day)
🎶 Live Music | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Hampton Bays: Project Vibe – “Acoustic Vibes”
- Patchogue: Next Level Band
- Metairie: Dex Daley
🍹 What to Expect
- Live island music and high-energy vibes
- Signature RUMBA cocktails and chef-driven dishes
- A purpose-driven celebration where every plate and every cocktail makes a difference
- QR codes available throughout the restaurant for easy donations
There’s no cover charge — instead, guests are invited to donate if they’re able and help turn a great night out into meaningful support.
How You Can Help
Whether you stop in for lunch, dinner, drinks, or just the music, every visit counts.
- Dine with us — a portion of all sales goes to the relief fund
- Donate directly through our GoFundMe
- Share the event with friends and family
- Come together as a community and show what hospitality can do
Every cocktail counts. Every plate helps. Every person matters.
Hospitality Into Hope
Party with a Purpose is about more than fundraising — it’s about connection. It’s about honoring the people who make our restaurants feel like home and reminding each other that joy, generosity, and impact can exist in the same moment.
Come in. Have fun. Eat, drink, dance — and know your night out is helping provide real relief for real people.
Together, we’re turning hospitality into hope.