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The James Beard Foundation Gala for Good™ celebrates chefs and other culinary leaders who make our collective future more equitable, sustainable, and delicious. Tickets go on sale September 2025!

Join us in celebrating our impact-driven work while raising funds to help us affect even greater positive change within the culinary industry.

2024 Gala for Good™ Highlights

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Host Ted Allen and Honoree Carla Hall

Host Ted Allen

Honoree Carla Hall

Learn More About the 2025 JBF Gala for Good™

Fri, Nov 7

2025 JBF Gala for Good™

Fri, Nov 7

2025 JBF Gala for Good™

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