Cooking for a Cause: a fundraising fête in the name of food
Thank you for making NOCHI’s annual fundraiser, Cooking for a Cause, a tremendous success! Together, we raised more than $262,000 to support NOCHI’s mission and the future of culinary and hospitality education. From our online auction of exclusive, curated experiences to an unforgettable evening of exceptional cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and lively entertainment, this year’s success was made possible by the generosity of our sponsors, donors, auction participants, guests, and community.
Proceeds from Cooking for a Cause directly support NOCHI’s mission to equip individuals with the skills, confidence, and entrepreneurial mindset needed to excel in culinary and hospitality careers and passions. Through accessible, high-quality education and programs, NOCHI continues to inspire and support learners at all levels.
Thanks to the incredible generosity of the Goldring Family Foundation, all proceeds from Cooking for a Cause are matched dollar for dollar, extending the impact of every contribution even further.
2026 Cooking for a Cause Honorees
Chef Emeril Lagasse and the Emeril Lagasse Foundation
Kathy Hebert, CPA
2026 Cooking for a Cause Chairs
Julie Livaudais George & Ellie George
Auction Chair
John Stubbs
Event Committee
Anne Banos & Molly Phayer Quast
Wendy McCarthy Beron & Scout Beron Crimmins
Evie Bories
Lizabeth Boulware
Ann & Chris Carbine
Elizabeth & Will George
Anne Gillin & Blathrae Gillin Donatelli
Marilee & Andrew Hovet
Mimi Koch & Tani Greenspan Koch
Anne Kock & Cammie Kock Mayer
Chef Rob Mistry & Katie Adams
Christa & Emilie Montgomery
Katie Rafferty & Barkley Rafferty Tidmore
Anne & Edmund Redd
Katherine & Robbie Saer
Karen Carvin Shachat & Ron Thompson
Liz Sloss & Nina Sloss McGuire
Suzie Terrell & Chrissy Terrell Murray
Joe Reiss
Tim Trapolin
Unable to attend? Show your support by making a tax-deductible donation!
