Keiser University's Cooking for a Cause
Keiser University presents its Cooking for a Cause Gala—an interactive dining experience designed to engage all your senses, foster participation, and transform your meal into an unforgettable event. This culinary journey caters to the adventurous and experiential-seeking audience, offering a departure from traditional dining norms.
You and your culinary cohorts will take turns cooking each course (no experience required), guided by expert leaders, including Keiser University Center of Culinary Arts’ very own chefs. Amid shared food, wine, and laughter, funds raised will support the Keiser University Scholarship Fund, directly benefiting Keiser University students at the Sarasota campus.
Explore our sponsorship levels, each with additional opportunities, as we aim to enhance higher education in the Sarasota and Manatee area. Notably, 85% of Keiser University graduates stay local, contributing to the population of qualified candidates and professionals in our community. Your support ensures a meaningful impact on higher education and our future workforce.
Student Testimonials
Sponsorship Levels
(Exclusive Level) $10,000
- 8 Tickets to the Gala with VIP premium seating
- Verbal recognition, night of event
- Choice of tabletop wine at the event (three bottles)
- Full Page, Premium ad on the back of Gala program (cookbook) (time sensitive)
- Business signage on all tables, the night of the event
- Logo/Name shared in video on event screen on individual slide, night of event
- Logo / Name on Event Website
- Recognition in the KU Newsletter
(Diamond Level) $7,500
- 8 Tickets to the Gala with VIP premium seating
- Verbal recognition, night of event
- Choice of tabletop wine at the event (one bottle)
- Full page advertisement in event cookbook/program (time-sensitive)
- Logo/Name shared in video on event screen on individual slide, night of event
- Logo / Name on the event website
- Recognition in the KU newsletter
(Gold Level) $5,000
- 8 Tickets to the Gala with VIP premium seating
- Verbal recognition, night of event
- Half-page advertisement in event cookbook/program (time-sensitive)
- Logo/Name scrolled on event monitors on shared slide, night of event
- Logo / Name on the event website
- Recognition in the KU newsletter
(Silver Level) $3,500
- 4 Tickets to the Gala with VIP premium seating
- Verbal recognition, night of the event
- Quarter-page advertisement in event cookbook/program (time-sensitive)
- Logo / Name on event website
- Recognition in KU newsletter
Additional Sponsorship Opportunities
$3,000 (Exclusive)
- 2 Tickets to the Gala
- Name or company logo attached to the centerpiece on tables
- Logo/Name scrolled on event monitors on shared slide, night of event
$2,500 (Exclusive)
- 2 Tickets to the Gala
- Name or Business logo on bars
- Naming of the “signature cocktail” served at event
- Logo/Name scrolled on event monitors on shared slide, night of event
$2,000
- 2 Tickets to the Gala
- Sponsors Name/Logo Table with Marketing on the gourmet gift table
- Logo/Name scrolled on event monitors on shared slide, night of event
Sold Out!
2 Tickets to the Gala- Sponsors Name/Logo on Aprons worn by guests during the event (Time Sensitive)
- Logo/Name scrolled on event monitors on shared slide, night of event
Registration and Sponsorship
If you would prefer to be billed rather than pay online, please email Melissa at [email protected]. Be sure to include your name, phone number, and email address, and she will follow up with you directly. Alternatively, you can also call (941) 907-3900 if you have any questions. Thanks again for your support and we look forward to seeing you at the event!
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