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Reshaping lives by gathering resources to serve the most vulnerable children of the world.
Cooking for the Kids is a fun, exciting competition among some of the Triangle’s premier chefs where guests and culinary judges decide which chef advances to the next round. Each extraordinary evening brings together two amazing chefs, six delectable courses (2 appetizers, 2 mains and 2 desserts) and food lovers. Each night features a cash bar with beer, wine and cocktails as well as silent auction packages and bourbon raffles. The Finale includes a fun filled auction with amazing packages. Event proceeds go to support Overflowing Hands’ programs supporting children and families.
COOKING FOR THE KIDS 2026
the dates are set……
Round 1 - January 26, 27, 28 and 29 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
January 26: James Eason (Irregardless Cafe) vs. Ryan Grimm (Lake Gaston)
January 27: Kyle Teears (Whiskey Kitchen) vs. Caleb Parker (Black Apron Catering)
January 28: Kyle Fletcher (Glasshouse Kitchen) vs. Alejandro Contreras (Tepuy Donuts)
January 29: Harry Monds (Lula & Sadie’s) vs. Bobby McFarland (Wye Hill)
Round 2 - February 4 and 5 (Wednesday and Thursday)
Chefs to be determined from results of Round 1
Finale - February 10 (Tuesday)
Chefs to be determined from results of Round 2
HOW IT WORKS: Each chef prepares an appetizer, main course and a dessert for guests, judges and sponsors. Each evening features secret ingredients that the chefs must incorporate into the dishes.
Behind the scenes: Chefs arrive at Millbrook Manor at 9:00 a.m. the day of their competition. They learn the secret ingredients upon arrival and must have menus written by 10:00 a.m. Chef teams are required to surrender all electronic including cell phones, tablets and laptops to the chef referees until the end of the competition to maintain the integrity of the competition. Guests and culinary judges will vote on each course to decide which chef that evening advances to the next round. Guests enjoy a fun-filled evening with great food, yummy cocktails, lots of excitement and all for a great cause!
WHY: All event proceeds benefit Overflowing Hands’ programs serving children and fighting food insecurity in our local community. Overflowing Hands is a 100% volunteer-led 501(c)(3) organization serving vulnerable children in our neighborhoods, across the United States and around the world. Resources support communities by providing healthy meals and fresh food, access to camps, and leadership development for children and teenagers. During the pandemic Overflowing Hands, US Foods and Rocky Top Catering partnered together to help fight food insecurity and then continued to serve communities in need. One in seven residents in Raleigh are food insecure and one in five children go hungry. Overflowing Hands and Rocky Top Catering are honored with the opportunity to help kids in our local community, responding with disaster relief in western North Carolina and getting creative to serve when there is a need.
A special thanks goes to our presenting sponsor, US Foods, for their invaluable partnership during the pandemic and for supporting Cooking for the Kids! We are excited about our continued partnership and commitment to serving kids and families.
Our Mission To Serve
Since 2011 our mission has been to serve, empower and transform children and young adults by providing basic needs, camps, youth development, leadership training, mission trips and life changing experiences.
We serve children in our neighborhoods, across the US and around the world by providing relief to the poor, distressed and underprivileged. We recognize every child deserves the chance to achieve their highest potential.
Our Team
Overflowing Hands employs the talents and expertise of professionals who specialize in serving nonprofits. They are committed to helping strengthen efforts and expand our impact to more effectively enhance the lives of those we serve.
Our Impact
We don’t just serve and protect underprivileged children, we invest in their futures. Overflowing Hands has embarked on ambitious strategies to more effectively use data to inform our work and, ultimately, help us achieve, and demonstrate a greater impact for the youth we serve.
15k+
CHILDREN Served IN 2022
Directly through Overflowing Hands programs and partnerships.
22k+
MEALS Served PER MONTH
Across our programs and Hope Centers nationally and internationally.
100+
Leadership TRAININGs PROVIDED
Used to support children and families across each community we serve.
Get Involved
Serving can be as basic as food, clothing, and shelter or the recruitment of host families, sponsors and healthcare professionals. Our programs provide a variety of support and guidance.
Sign Up For a Program
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Volunteer opportunities
Give the gift of time. Learn more about your upcoming volunteer opportunities locally and globally.
Make a Donation
100% of contributions fund programs that provide resources and support to the children & families we serve.
