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SPONSOR THE GALA

Sponsor Chefs for Habitat

DONATE AN AUCTION ITEM

Show Your Support By Donating an Item to the Silent Auction

Tickets Are Available Fall 2026

DATE:

TIME

VIP Entry 6:00 PM
(check-in starts at 5:45)
Standard Entry
7:00PM - 10:00 PM
(check in starts at 6:45) Please note the bar is card-only. Cash is not accepted.

DRESS

Semi-Formal 1980's (think prom, homecoming). Big hair encouraged.

AUCTION COMING SOON

Meet Our Sponsors

We are so grateful for the support of these local businesses and organizations. Please show your support to these organizations by supporting them in return.

"Duude" Diamond

"Party On" Platinum

"Tubular" Titanium

"Grindage" Gold

"Sweet" Silver

"Boadacious" Bronze

2027 Gala Schedule

Here’s a rundown of the evening’s schedule

Master of Ceremonies

Dr. Lili Leonard

Dr. Lili Leonard is the founder of Black Dog Philanthropic Consulting, where she helps nonprofit organizations strengthen their fundraising, engage their communities, and secure the philanthropic support needed to bring ambitious ideas to life. A lifelong Marylander with more than 15 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, Lili is also a two-time graduate of Salisbury University. She regularly volunteers her time to emcee nonprofit events across the state and is thrilled to return to the Eastern Shore for Chefs for Habitat 2027!  

Honorary Chair

 

 

 

5:45PM

VIP/Early Bird Check-in

6:00pm - 7:00pm

VIP/Early Bird Reception, Champagne Greeting, and Auction Preview

6:45 PM

Sponsor and Individual Ticketholder Check-In

7:00-9:30PM

Gala Chef Small Plate Samplings

Silent Auction

Bar is card-only (cash not accepted)

7:10PM - 7:45PM

Welcome by Emcee; Honorary Chair; CEO Molly Hilligoss; and Maryland DHCD Secretary Jake Day

9:00 - 9:30

Celebrity Fundraiser Challenge awards and Gala Chef recognition

Don't Miss this Event!

Sponsorships are the only way to secure great VIP perks such as early entry, champagne toast, and a glamourous pre-event reception.

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