Signature Chefs

Feeding
Motherhood

March of Dimes - DPC
| (518) 423-1313 March of Dimes - DPC

Thank you for supporting
Signature Chefs Albany

DATE: Tuesday, October 15, 2019  |  TIME: 6 p.m.
LOCATION: Albany Capital Center
ADDRESS: 55 Eagle St, Albany, NY 12207
 

For more information call Stacy Myron at 518-423-1313 or email at [email protected]

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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.

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Event description

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:

  • COVID-19 interventions and support for moms and babies
  • Programs that promote health equity for moms and babies and directly combat racial disparities in maternal and child health
  • Free virtual NICU support program for families
  • Virtual prenatal programs for moms-to-be
  • Educational programs, including live Facebook panel discussions, to get info into the hands of moms and families
  • Necessary supplies for expectant mothers including blood pressure cuffs and masks and so much more!

Support the mission

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.

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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.

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EVENT DETAILS

The 2019 event committee cordially invite you to the annual Signature Chefs Auction, Cuisine Around The Region.  Signature Chefs Auction is widely regarded as the Capital Regions premier charitable culinary event and features an evening of elegance and incredible food.  Signature dishes and wine tastings are provided by the areas most acclaimed chefs and restaurant partners. Their offerings are complimented by a silent and live auction which offers unique, once-in-a-lifetime packages to guests who comprise some of the area’s most philanthropic individual and corporate citizens.  Their generosity and willingness to Fund Our Mission is focused on one thing – a future of Healthy Moms and Strong Babies.

In addition we honor local healthcare professionals with the Healthy Mom Strong Babies Award.  These awards recognize healthcare professionals who deomonstrate a dedication and committment to the health of moms and babies.

BECOME A SPONSOR

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 event, 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 Stacy Myron at [email protected] or 518-423-1313 for more information.

 

CULINARY EXCELLENCE


Signature Chefs events feature local culinary talent who create a selection of fine cuisine for an exclusive audience. Our chefs are artists, innovators and philanthropists, and we look forward to sharing their talents at the event.

Lead Chef Dave Gibson of  Wellington's at the Renaissance
Chef Ryan Cusack of Tala Bistro
Chef Ryan O'Shea Suburban Kitchen
Chef Marla Ortega of Illium Cafe
Chef Matt Joyce of Prime at Empire Plaza
  Chef Melissa Downey  of Browns Brewery
Chef Dimitrios Menagias of City Beerhall
Chef Ian O'Leary at Albany Pump Station
 Chef Anita Nasuto of NiNi's Italian Salsa
Chef Matt DeFazio of DeFazio's Pizza
 Chef Rachel Womble of Oh Goodness Cakes

 

Healthy Mom Strong Babies Awards

 This year we will honor Dr Anthony Malone from Community Care Developemntal Pediatrics and other local healthcare professionals from 3 local hospitals with the Healthy Mom Strong Babies Award.  These awards recognize healthcare professionals who demonstrate a dedication and committment to the health of moms and babies.




 

EVENT LEADERSHIP

Thanks to the leadership of our volunteer chairs and committee members, we are honored to present this Signature Chefs event. After months of hard work, these volunteers have taken the event to new heights. The March of Dimes and the families we support are grateful for the generosity and effort of the team that made this evening possible.

Special thanks to:
Kelly Vincenza Flanagin Co-Chair
CJ Gannon-Co-Chair
Nicole Green
George Koh
Andrew Bowen
Donal Conn
Chris Raymond
Laura Petrovic
Dave Gibson


 

Our Sponsors

Our Sponsor

View our updated event acknowledgements and waivers here.

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