Annual Fundraisers

Harvest Benefit Dinner


Saturday, September 19
6 pm - 10:30 pm


Join us on Saturday, September 19, for an unforgettable evening under the stars as we celebrate the fall harvest
with exceptional food, community, and the opportunity to invest in Elawa Farm's mission.

The evening will feature an exceptional multi-course dinner served in our gardens and thoughtfully prepared
by Chef Lee Kuebler, showcasing the best of the season's harvest in a truly memorable setting.

The Harvest Benefit Dinner is Elawa’s largest fundraiser of the year, with a goal of raising $325,000 to support
our Food Access, Educational, and Workforce Development programs. The evening will also feature a live auction and paddle raise in support of Elawa Farm Foundation’s food access, education, and workforce development initiatives. Every ticket purchased and every contribution helps expand access to nutritious food, hands-on learning, and meaningful employment opportunities.

We hope you'll join us for this special evening and invite your friends, family, and colleagues to
celebrate the season while investing in the future of Elawa Farm Foundation.

Event Co-Chairs: Ammar Bahrani and MaryLiz Lehman

Menu

PASSED HORS D’OEUVRES

Herb butter ‘frosted’ radishes

Maple whipped crème fraiche, smoked whitefish roe, nori tuille, dill

Fingerling potato, charred leek, thyme oil

FIRST COURSE

Bread and house churned butter with salted honey

Crunchy Grape Salad
Mick Klug grapes, cucumber, celery, walnuts,
dill, sheep’s milk feta, golden raisins

PROTEINS


Grilled Ribeye
Caramelized onions, confit garlic, mild chili crunch, scallions

Broiled Miso Salmon
Corn beurre blanc, roasted poblano pepper, salmon roe


VEGETARIAN SIDES


Buttered Sungold Tomatoes
Cahokia rice, togarashi, black sesame


Local Heirloom Summer Squash
Toasted garlic, chilis, mint, basil

DESSERT

Assorted desserts

After dinner, join us in the hay barn for
espresso martinis, coffee, dessert, and live music by Liam Sheridan.

OUR SPONSORS

2026 Sponsorship Packet

For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Lorrie Damrow, Finance and Development Manager, at ldamrow@elawafarm.org or 847-234-1966 ext. 805.