Still want to help us? FUND THE MISSION
All March of Dimes Signature Chefs events will be held virtually this year. While we may not be together in person, we rely on your continued support to provide innovative programs and services for moms, moms-to-be and babies who may be at a greater risk of becoming sick and not receiving proper or equitable care.
The chefs, volunteers and guests who make up our Signature Chefs Events community are coming together in new, innovative ways to suport moms and babies this year.
We are following state mandated guidelines in response to COVID-19 and will not have an in-person event this year. So, we are preparing an exciting, new Virtual Gala for your 2020 March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction experience!
We need your help now more than ever. Your support funds:
Every year, 15 million babies are born prematurely worldwide, and 1 million will die before their first birthday. Your gift helps the March of Dimes fund research, education, advocacy and programs that help more moms have full-term pregnancies and healthy babies.
Join us for the 2016 March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction, an event to raise funds for the campaign to end prematurity. The event is a culinary showcase, featuring Central Florida's culinary talent. This opportunity is made possible by participating chefs graciously donating their time and talent to create a food experience beyond any available at a single location in Orlando. Each tasting is thoughtfully created to highlight the chef’s unique and exceptional talents. Amidst an elegant atmosphere and entertainment, guests will enjoy exquisite cuisine, fine wines and enticing silent and live auction packages. From your arrival at the event you will enjoy the chance to taste from the chef's creations and bid on silent auction packages before taking your seats for the Live Auction and Fund the Mission. Enjoy dessert while you bid one of our unique packages and raise your paddle and give generously to save babies. 7:00 p.m. Chefs Tasting and Silent Auction 8:30 p.m. Dessert, Live Auction and Fund the Mission
Every year more than 15 million babies are born prematurely; a million will die before their first birthday as a result. With your gift at Signature Chefs to the March of Dimes, you can help to fund the research, education, and support to ensure more babies celebrate their birthday.
Frank and Patsy Kruppenbacher 2016 Signature Chefs Auction Chairs Honorees Mayor Buddy Dyer, City or Orlando Linda Hanlon Sutherland, Healthy Start Coalition and the lifesaving NICU nurses at: Florida Hospital for Children, Nemours Children's Health System, and Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women & Babies Thanks to the leadership of our volunteer chairs and committees we are honored to present the Signature Chefs event. Through months of support these volunteers have taken the event to new heights. The March of Dimes and the families we support are grateful for the generous team who has made this evening possible.
Through partnerships with companies, organizations and individuals, the March of Dimes is able to create unique moments for your clients, vendors and leadership teams. They participate in an exclusive dining event while supporting a critical cause. Sponsorship opportunities are available at a variety of levels for our Signature Chefs events, providing you with brand recognition, civic engagement and an exclusive client entertainment opportunity within the event. We look forward to working with you to discuss your partnership with the March of Dimes. Please contact Victoria Vighetto at 321-274-8675 or [email protected].
To be a “Signature Chef” you must prepare a signature dish from your establishment’s menu for this exciting evening to benefit the March of Dimes. In addition to donating 150 tastings of your signature dish, we ask that each of our chefs donate a unique, once-in-lifetime experience to our live auction. Our heartfelt gratitude goes to those chefs that have participated in the past and who continue to support the event, as well as new chefs who would like to join us this year for an evening of fundraising and extraordinary culinary talent! We have incredible media and recognition opportunities leading up to the event; however, space is limited so please commit to joining us and making a difference in our community today!
Signature Chefs features one-of-a-kind silent and live auctions. Please consider making a tax deductible in-kind donation to either of our auctions today.
Interested in volunteering? Visit our volunteer website here today. Thank you in advance for your time, talent, and support!
View our updated event acknowledgements and waivers here.
