Signature Chefs

Feeding
Motherhood

Donnelly, Lisa
| (513) 235-7201 Donnelly, Lisa

An evening of culinary excellence
Signature Chefs Feeding Motherhood Cincinnati

DATE: Thursday, November 14, 2024  |  TIME: 5:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Cincinnati Music Hall
ADDRESS: 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati , OH 45140
 

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The chefs, volunteers and guests who make up our Signature Chefs Events community are coming together in new, innovative ways to suport moms and babies this year.

We are following state mandated guidelines in response to COVID-19 and will not have an in-person event this year. So, we are preparing an exciting, new Virtual Gala for your 2020 March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction experience!

We need your help now more than ever. Your support funds:

  • COVID-19 interventions and support for moms and babies
  • Programs that promote health equity for moms and babies and directly combat racial disparities in maternal and child health
  • Free virtual NICU support program for families
  • Virtual prenatal programs for moms-to-be
  • Educational programs, including live Facebook panel discussions, to get info into the hands of moms and families
  • Necessary supplies for expectant mothers including blood pressure cuffs and masks and so much more!

Support the mission

Every year, 15 million babies are born prematurely worldwide, and 1 million will die before their first birthday. Your gift helps the March of Dimes fund research, education, advocacy and programs that help more moms have full-term pregnancies and healthy babies.

Make a Contribution

Become a sponsor

Every year, 15 million babies are born prematurely worldwide, and 1 million will die before their first birthday. Your gift helps the March of Dimes fund research, education, advocacy and programs that help more moms have full-term pregnancies and healthy babies.

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Moms and babies need you now more than ever.
 
The chefs, volunteers and guests who make up our Signature Chefs Auction community are coming together in new, innovative ways to support moms and babies this year.
 
Data show that the U.S. remains among the most dangerous developed nations in the world for childbirth. Over 700 women die each year from pregnancy-related causes, and the CDC reports that 60 percent are preventable. The preterm birth rate is on the rise. Two babies die every hour in the United States. By joining our Signature Chefs Auction community you are making a big difference. 

Join us on November 14, 2024 at Cincinnati Music Hall to help us raise criticul funds to support our mission.
Your support of March of Dimes helps fund:
  • Free virtual NICU support program for families
  • Virtual prenatal programs for moms-to-be
  • COVID-19 interventions and support for moms and babies
  • Programs that promote health equity for moms and babies and directly combat racial disparities in maternal and child health
  • Educational programs, including live Facebook panel discussions, to get info into the hands of moms and families
  • Necessary supplies for expectant mothers including blood pressure cuffs and masks and so much more!
Learn more about how we are coming together in new and exciting ways in 2024.  We will update this page as we finalize our plans.  We hope you reach out directly! Contact Jill Donnelly at [email protected] for more information.
 
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BECOME A SPONSOR

Click here to view our 2023 Sponsorship Opportunities
To purchase a sponsorship, select the "Purchase Now" button at the top of the page.

Through partnerships with companies, organizations, and individuals, March of Dimes is able to create unique moments for your clients, vendors, and leadership teams. Sponsorship opportunities are available at a variety of levels for our Signature Chefs events, providing you with brand recognition, civic engagement, and an exclusive client entertainment opportunity within the event. We look forward to working with you to discuss your partnership with March of Dimes.

Please contact Jill Donnelly at LDonnelly@marchofdimes.org or 513.235.7201 for more information.

EVENT CHAIR
John Thomas

John Thomas serves as the vice president of Environmental and Safety Solutions, Inc. (ESS), an NMSDC, Ohio MBE, EDGE certified company specializing in environmental, health and safety consulting services. With over 30 years of experience in environmental and safety consulting, John leads the firm’s business development and marketing strategies, project budgets, training, employee recruitment and retainment, and contract negotiations. Prior to joining ESS, he worked as a senior project manager for several engineering firms in the Cincinnati area and spent 10 years as the vice president of a construction company that specialized in industrial and federal contracting services.

As a trusted and experienced industry veteran, John lends his expertise to numerous professional and community organizations. He is president of the Building Environment Council of Ohio and serves on the boards of the March of Dimes, Design Build-Institute of America (DBIA) Ohio Valley Region (OVR), Southwest Ohio Region Workforce Investment, Valley Interfaith Community Resource Center and Dayton Safety Council. In addition, he serves on the Special Events Committee of Commercial Real Estate Women (CREW) and is an active member or the Society of Military Engineers and Allied Construction Industries (ACI).

Outside of work, John enjoys golfing, traveling, dining and dogs. He is also a former New York Jets football player.

2023 AMBASSADOR FAMILY
THE SCHUTTE FAMILY

Introducing our 2023 Ambassador Family, the Schuttes.  In 2018, Kim and Alex had a textbook pregnancy with no issues with mom or baby.  At 38 weeks, Kim noticed the baby's movement had slowed.  They consulted their Dr. and was told not to worry as there isn't a lot of room for the baby at this point in the pregnancy.  Out of futher concern, Kim and Alex scheduled an appointment and sadly their baby boy's heart was no longer beating.  Their baby Ethan had passed and they told them they would have to deliver him stillborn that day.  Nine hours later, they met their beautiful baby boy, Ethan Alexander Schutte, delivering him into a world he would never know.  It took Kim and Alex some time to be ready to talk about getting pregnant again and they ended up getting pregnant in 2021. 
The dorctor determined that they lost Ethan due to a late term blood clot that Kim developed, cutting off blood flow to the placenta.

It was 2021, still in the midst of COVID, Kim and Alex were cautious about who they saw, what they did and didn't post anything about the pregnancy on social media.  Only close friends and family knew.
The doctor's plan was to induce Kim at 39 weeks, one week past the point where they lost Ethan.
 Getting to 36,37,38 weeks was both triumphant and brought even more anxiety.
On Octover 18, 2021, they drove to the hospital where they had delivered Ethan and 4 hours of labor later, the same doctor who delivered Ethan, delivered a healthy and beautiful baby girl.
Bella Louise was born at 6:59 am, 8lb.4oz.  They cried tears of joy and relief.
 

SUPPORT THE MISSION

Every year, 15 million babies are born prematurely worldwide, and 1 million will die before their first birthday. Your gift helps the March of Dimes fund research, education, advocacy and programs that help more moms have full-term pregnancies and healthy babies.

Please consider a gift to fund our mission by clicking here.

EMCEE
Ken Baker FOX19 NOW 

Coming home to Cincinnati and FOX19 is a full-circle story for Ken Baker. He joined the team in 2022 as a reporter.
Ken grew up in Erlanger, Kentucky. His first job was as a teleprompter operator for FOX19′s morning show more than a decade ago.
The next step in his career was as an anchor/reporter in Myrtle Beach. He’s covered a wide array of stories including Hurricane Matthew, a Category 4 storm that brought high winds and flooding to the South Carolina coast. He also covered the highly controversial removal of the Confederate flag from the South Carolina State House.
He then took a job at the Gray Station in Louisville Kentucky, WAVE. He reported on the aftermath of the civil unrest in the city following protests over the killing of Breonna Taylor.
Journalism is Ken’s passion. His greatest pride is telling the stories that matter most to you.
When not at work, he enjoys live music, exploring local eateries and traveling. Ken is over the moon to be back home telling your stories.



 

Auctioneer

Matt Rogers is a TV show personality, NFL Announcer and business owner.  After becoming Rose Bowl Champion in 2001 with the Washington Huskies, Matt followed his passion for television.  He first found fame as a Season 3 Finalist on FOX's reality singing competition "American Idol"  Matt began auctioneering in 2008 when his son was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis.  Matt and his wife wanted to give back to a cause that gave people hope for a better future.  Matt is a proud husband to wife Teri, and father to Brayden (16), Mason (14), Samantha (8), & Brooklyn (6 months).

ONLINE SILENT AUCTION

Our event features an exclusive selection of auction packages online for your bidding pleasure. These packages provide you with a chance to purchase trips, dining experiences and once-in-a-lifetime moments to share with friends, family, clients and employees. The 2023 Silent Auction will open November 1st, more to come!  


 

Join us by volunteering for the Greater Cincinnati/NKY March of Dimes Signature Chefs Feeding Motherhood Campaign.  We appreciate all your help in the past and hope you will be able to join us again this year.  We are seeking volunteers at this premier fundraiser for set-up/break-down, registration, live auction, greeters, etc...  Go to the link below to sign up.   HERE  

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