WATCH: KeyBank Surprises Indianapolis Restaurant Owner With $5,000 After His Restaurant Was Destroyed in a Fire

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KeyBank (KEY) surprises Indianapolis restaurant owner with $5,000 after fire devastation

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• KeyBank's $5,000 surprise to 1313 Eatery owner Ron Gilmore demonstrates community support
• Gilmore's selection as a guest chef for the 2023 KeyBank Guest Chef Program at Gainbridge Fieldhouse highlights his culinary expertise
• KeyBank's commitment to small businesses and community development is evident through their support
• The KeyBank Guest Chef Program provides a platform for local chefs to showcase their signature dishes at Pacers home games

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• The fire has put the mission of 1313 Eatery on hold, impacting the restaurant's operations and community engagement

The restaurant owner has impacted his community well beyond his restaurant

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / November 21, 2023 / KeyBank

On November 8 an Indianapolis east side restaurant was destroyed after it caught fire. The owner and head chef of 1313 Eatery, Ron Gilmore, is a well-known community advocate for the city of Indianapolis and a selected guest chef for the 2023 KeyBank Guest Chef Program at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Gilmore opened the restaurant with his brother in 2021 to transform the restaurant scene and build a sense of community and togetherness.

But the fire is putting their mission on hold.

To support 1313 Eatery, KeyBank surprised Gilmore with $5,000 during the Pacers home game on Sunday, November 19.

Watch the video above to see Gilmore's reaction when KeyBank Market President Juan Gonzalez shared the news.

Gilmore said he had no idea KeyBank was surprising him with funds.

"It's just a blessing," he said. "I'm going to put it all towards the restaurant."

"We believe small businesses are the heart of our communities," said Gonzalez. "I hope this gift can help Chef Ron and his team get back on their feet after such devastation."

Gilmore is one of ten chefs selected for the KeyBank Guest Chef Program. As part of the program, during select games of the 2023-24 Pacers season, guest chefs will showcase their signature dishes at The Kitchen stand located on the Main Concourse of Gainbridge Fieldhouse (Section 17). Fans will have the opportunity to experience Indy's amazing local food cultures and flavors.

Gilmore, and his signature dishes, will be featured during the Pacers home games on November 27, December 16, 18, 20 and 23.

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FAQ

What happened to 1313 Eatery in Indianapolis?

1313 Eatery, a restaurant in Indianapolis, was destroyed after catching fire on November 8, 2023.

Why did KeyBank surprise Ron Gilmore with $5,000?

KeyBank surprised Ron Gilmore, the owner and head chef of 1313 Eatery, to support the restaurant after the fire devastation.

What is the KeyBank Guest Chef Program?

The KeyBank Guest Chef Program provides a platform for local chefs, including Ron Gilmore, to showcase their signature dishes at select games of the 2023-24 Pacers season.

How can fans experience Indy's local food cultures and flavors?

During Pacers home games, fans can visit The Kitchen stand on the Main Concourse of Gainbridge Fieldhouse (Section 17) to experience Indy's amazing local food cultures and flavors showcased by guest chefs like Ron Gilmore.

What is the impact of the fire on 1313 Eatery's mission?

The fire has put 1313 Eatery's mission on hold, impacting the restaurant's operations and community engagement.