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Aarón Sánchez Impact Fund, a program of Emeril Lagasse Foundation

Friday, September 18 - Saturday, September 19, 2026

JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

Phoenix, AZ

Join world-renowned Chef Aarón Sánchez for his signature fundraising event that benefits the Aarón Sánchez Impact Fund, a program of Emeril Lagasse Foundation. Don't miss this exciting weekend featuring a cast of his "Amigos" from across the country coming together for an amazing cause.

Space is limited for this star-studded event. This event is for adults 21 and older.

For Corporate Sponsors

We would be delighted to customize support levels based on your support capacity and brand intentions. We invite you to reach out personally to discuss the best strategy. Please contact Jennifer Killian at jen@chefaaronsanchez.com.

Questions and Other Payment Methods

Should you have any additional questions or wish to register and pay by check, ACH/wire, or stock transfer, please contact Katherine Odell at kodell@emeril.org.

All admissions and packages for Aarón y Amigos 2026 are inclusive of food, beverages, tax & gratuity.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Package Name Amount Quantity Subtotal
Presenting Sponsor (8 included)
1 Remaining
$0.00
  • Exclusive Aarón y Amigos Presenting Sponsor naming rights
  • Four (4) admissions to the Welcome Reception on Friday, September 18th
  • Eight (8) admissions to Aarón y Amigos on Saturday, September 19th including:
    • Celebrity chef tastings, exquisite wines, and open bar
    • Reserved seating for eight (8) guests
    • Premium seating during live auction
  • Two-night stay in one (1) deluxe room at JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
  • Other premium marketing benefits:
    • Logo on podium signage
    • Logo on Chef Aarón's chef's coat
    • Acknowledgement from podium during live auction
    • Logo with hyperlink on event website, inclusion in event program, email newsletters, event Thank You email, and social media posts
    • Allowance for Friday & Saturday in-room display, marketing collateral, and/or promotional items for guests (minimum 100 for Friday & 150 for Saturday)
    • Right of first refusal to renew Presenting Sponsorship
Welcome Reception Sponsor (8 included)
1 Remaining
$0.00
  • Official Friday Welcome Reception Sponsor naming rights
  • Four (4) admissions to the Welcome Reception on Friday, September 18th
  • Eight (8) admissions to Aarón y Amigos on Saturday, September 19th including:
    • Celebrity chef tastings, exquisite wines, and open bar
    • Reserved seating for eight (8) guests
    • Premium seating during live auction
  • Two-night stay in one (1) deluxe room at JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
  • Other premium marketing benefits:
    • Logo on Welcome Reception signage
    • Acknowledgement from the podium during live auction
    • Logo with hyperlink on event website, inclusion in event program, email newsletters, event Thank You email, and social media posts
    • Allowance for Friday in-room display, marketing collateral, and/or promotional items for guests (minimum 100)
Gold Sponsor (8 included) $0.00
  • Two (2) admissions to the Welcome Reception on Friday, September 18th
  • Eight (8) admissions to Aarón y Amigos on Saturday, September 19th including:
    • Celebrity chef tastings, exquisite wines, and open bar
    • Reserved seating for eight (8) guests
    • Premium seating during live auction
  • Other premium marketing benefits:
    • Acknowledgement from the podium during live auction
    • Logo with hyperlink on event website, inclusion in event program, email newsletters, and event Thank You emailInclusion in event-related social media posts
Silver Sponsor (4 included) $0.00
  • Two (2) admissions to the Welcome Reception on Friday, September 18th
  • Four (4) admissions to Aarón y Amigos on Saturday, September 19th including:​
    • Celebrity chef tastings, exquisite wines, and open bar
    • Reserved seating for four (4) guests
  • Other premium marketing benefits:​
    • Acknowledgement from the podium during live auction
    • Logo with hyperlink on event website, inclusion in event program, email newsletters, event Thank You email, and social media posts
Friend of the Fund Sponsor (includes hotel) (2 included) $0.00
  • Two (2) admissions to the Welcome Reception on Friday, September 18th
  • Two (2) admissions to Aarón y Amigos on Saturday, September 19th including:​
    • Celebrity chef tastings, exquisite wines, and open bar
    • Reserved seating for two (2) guests
  • Two-night stay in one (1) deluxe room at JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
  • Other premium marketing benefits:​
    • Acknowledgement from the podium during live auction
    • Logo with hyperlink on event website, inclusion in event program, email newsletters, event Thank You email, and social media posts
Friend of the Fund Sponsor (2 included) $0.00
  • Two (2) admissions to the Welcome Reception on Friday, September 18th
  • Two (2) admissions to Aarón y Amigos on Saturday, September 19th including:​
    • Celebrity chef tastings, exquisite wines, and open bar
    • Reserved seating for two (2) guests
  • Other premium marketing benefits:​
    • Acknowledgement from the podium during live auction
    • Logo with hyperlink on event website, inclusion in event program, email newsletters, event Thank You email, and social media posts
Ticket Opportunities
Package Name Amount Quantity Subtotal
Aarón y Amigos Ticket $0.00
  • One (1) ticket to attend the Aarón y Amigos on Saturday, September 19th, inclusive of all food, beverage, tax & gratuity
Welcome Reception Ticket $0.00
  • One (1) ticket to attend an intimate Welcome Reception with Chef Aarón Sánchez on Friday, September 18th, inclusive of all food, beverage, tax & gratuity

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