Good Food for a Great Cause

Join us for a savory culinary experience showcasing some of Orange County’s finest chefs! Sample an unforgettable tasting of their exceptional creations, complemented by a fabulous selection of wines and spirits. Enjoy a special presentation by KidWorks followed by dancing to the fabulous Tijuana Dogs.

  • Date: Thursday, July 23, 2026
  • Time: 5:00pm – 10:00pm
  • Location: Newport Beach Country Club (on the lawn)
  • Attire: Resort Casual

To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Lisa Gels at lisa.gels@kidworksoc.org or (714) 834-9400 x126.

2026 sponsor InfO
Sponsorship brochure
Participating Chefs & wineries

Event Committee

Lisa & Cory Alder
Annie & Bobby Gorby
Trish & Guy Johnson
Laticia & Pat Merrell
Tracy & Kevin Murphy 

DeDe Soto
Camille & Tim Strader Jr
Mackenzi & Cameron Stuart
Holly Tarbell
Kyle & David Team

Thank You to our 2026 Event Sponsors*


PRESENTING SPONSOR

Heidi & Ruben Mendoza

PLATINUM SPONSORS
Stacey & Greg Brown
The Frome Family Foundation
Trish & Guy Johnson
OneRoot Foundation
Kyle & David Team/Waypoint Property Group




GOLD SPONSORS
Baker Tilly
Brian R. Burke Family & Burke Real Estate Group
Melissa & John Marshall
Pam & Alex Munro
Mary Murfey
Oltmans Construction Co.
Provenio Capital
PTS Marketing Group
Sares-Regis Group
Schriber Family Fund
Camille & Tim Strader Jr.
StrikeWorks
The Tarbell Family
U.S. Bank



SILVER SPONSORS
Allen & Friedmann Families
Michele Babcock & Jeannie Lawrence
Gordon Henry
Harriet & Mark Lehman
Scott Pollard/The Winslow Maxwell Charitable Trust


*Sponsors Received as of 5/19/26