INDIAN RIVER COUNTY — Tantalize your taste buds while furthering the March of Dimes mission at the Seventh Annual March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction set for Nov. 9, at Quail Valley Gold Club in Vero Beach.
The event promises guests an evening of culinary delights created by 11 of the Treasure Coast’s finest chefs. In addition, guests will enjoy complimentary cocktails, live entertainment, and one-of-a-kind live and silent auction experiences. Proceeds from the event will benefit the March of Dimes.
Event co-chairs are Emily Burgoon and Kristina Pernfors and Chef Scott Varricchio is the Chef Chair. The event committee also includes Rebecca Emmons, Margaret Anne Evans, Laura Hurley, Jann Moylan, Kristina Moylan, Kimberly Paul, Megan Rassveldt and Kristen Yoshitani. Their goal is to raise $100,000 for the Treasure Coast March of Dimes whose mission is to improve the health of all babies by preventing birth defects, premature births and infant mortality.
“It’s a fabulous event with great food for a great cause,” said Burgoon. “All the chefs are to be applauded for their generosity and creativity.”
Major sponsors of the event secured to date include Platinum Sponsor John’s Island Real Estate; Gold Sponsors Bill and Mary Ann Becker and George E. Warren Corp; and Bronze Sponsors Mercedes-Benz of Fort Pierce; Rehmann; Ryan Foundation; and Stewart, Evans, Stewart and Emmons.
“Thanks to research funded by the March of Dimes, we have Neonatal Intensive Care Units, newborn screenings, and surfactant therapy which helps tiny lungs breathe,” said Burgoon. “As parents we are all grateful to the March of Dimes for helping babies get the strongest, healthiest start by preventing premature births.”
“Please mark your calendar for Monday night, Nov. 9, and help us kick off the social season with an evening of delicious food, great company and a wonderful opportunity to give back to an organization with a more than 75 year history of experience fighting for the health of babies and children.”
Sponsorship opportunities are available by calling Pam Crowley at (772) 410-5460 or emailing to pcrowley@marchofdimes.org.