Friends of James Beard Benefit ® events are hosted by generous people, businesses, and organizations outside of JBF that provide critical funding for our programs.
Each event supports our mission to champion a standard of Good Food for Good® anchored in talent, equity, and sustainability.
Upcoming FOJBB Events
FOJBB: Colorado Springs, CO
Roth's Sea & Steak, 13010 Spectrum Sun View, Colorado Springs, CO, 80921
Fri, Oct 9
FOJBB: Myrtle Beach, SC
International Culinary Institute of Myrtle Beach, 920 Crabtree Lane, Myrtle Beach, SC, 29577
Fri, Oct 16
FOJBB: Clarksburg, MD
Burnt Hill Farm, 25001 Burnt Hill Road, Clarksburg, MD, 20871
Thu, Nov 19
Benefits can be presented in a variety of formats:
- A multi-course tasting menu, a family-style Sunday Supper, or a walk-around party
- Hosted by a single chef or a group of chefs from a particular city or region
- A restaurant can host its own stand-alone benefit, or a benefit can take place within a larger festival
- Benefit hosts will be acknowledged in our digital media.
If you're interested in hosting a benefit or would like to learn more, please contact Janae Butler, Senior Manager, Philanthropic Partnerships at jbutler@jamesbeard.org.
By holding a Friends of James Beard Benefit, chefs have the opportunity to stage a high-profile event that supports James Beard Foundation programs.
