The Reaching Back To Pull Forward Campaign

Welcome to our annual campaign to find new and thriving Teen Chefs. At Junior Chefs of America, we believe in Reaching Back to Pull Forward the NEXT GENERATION OF CULINARY CHAMPIONS!

To successfully continue our annual event, we need your help. We need both Mentors & Sponsors.

Calling All Chefs

Here’s your chance to mentor a culinary student between the ages of 15-18 years old during their time in class with JCOA. You will help guide them along the way weekly via Zoom & phone calls. The impact you can make on a teen will be everlasting, rewarding, and appreciated by each student.

Meet N Greet Hosted By Hispanic Resource Family Cultural Center & The Cuban Sandwich Festival.

Where: La Teresita Restaurant, 3248 W. Columbus Dr, Tampa, FL

When: June 1, 2023  / 6-8 pm.

Make sure you reserve your spot to see your student graduate: Reserve a Ticket OR Become a Sponsor.

Special thanks to our hosting restaurant:

Special thanks to our Meet N Greet sponsors:

Sponsorship Opportunities

Title Hosting Sponsor

Gallon Donor: $10,000 +
  • Recognition At Meet N Greet for social media
  • Special Interview at Graduation & Meet N Greet for Social Media
  • Priority Table Placement in VIP Meet N Greet (Before Graduation Begins)
  • Exhibit Space with one 10x10 table & 2 chairs
  • 8 Tickets To Graduation Dinner (Reserved Title Sponsor Table)
  • Company Logo on ALL Signage Materials & Banners at Events
  • Logo Placement JCOA social media
  • Direct Link to Your Company’s Website from Our Sponsor Page
  • Vebal Recognition From Stage At Graduation & Encouragement Address
  • Full Front Inside Page Ad In Graduation Program

Quart Sponsor

$7,500 - $9,999
  • VIP Internship Meet & Greet (Before Graduation Begins)
  • Exhibit Space with one 10x10 table & 2 chairs
  • 6 Tickets To Graduation Dinner
  • Company Logo on ALL Signage Materials & Banners at Events
  • Logo Placement JCOA social media
  • Direct Link to Your Company’s Website from Our Sponsor Page
  • Vebal Recognition From Stage At Graduation
  • Half Page Ad In Graduation Program
  • On-Site Interview At Graduation For Social Media

PInt Sponsor

$5,000 - $7,499
  • VIP Internship Meet & Greet (Before Graduation Begins)
  • Exhibit Space with one 10x10 table & 2 chairs
  • 6 Tickets To Graduation Dinner
  • Company Logo on ALL Signage Materials & Banners at Events
  • Logo Placement JCOA social media
  • Direct Link to Your Company’s Website from Our Sponsor Page
  • Vebal Recognition From Stage At Graduation
  • Quarter Page Ad In Graduation Program

One Cup Sponsor

$2,500 - $4,999
  • VIP Internship Meet & Greet (Before Graduation Begins)
  • Exhibit Space with one 10x10 table & 2 chairs
  • 6 Tickets To Graduation Dinner
  • Company Logo on ALL Signage Materials & Banners at Events
  • Logo Placement JCOA social media
  • Vebal Recognition From Stage At Graduation

Half Cup Sponsor

$1,000 - $2,499
  • VIP Internship Meet & Greet (Before Graduation Begins)
  • Exhibit Space with one 10x10 table & 2 chairs
  • 6 Tickets To Graduation Dinner
  • Company Logo on ALL Signage Materials & Banners At Events
  • Logo Placement JCOA social media

Spoon Sponsor

$700 - $999

  • VIP Internship Meet & Greet (Before Graduation Begins)
  • Exhibit Space with one 10x10 table & 2 chairs
  • 4 Tickets To Graduation Dinner
  • Company Logo on ALL Signage Materials & Banners At Events
  • Logo Placement JCOA social media

Dash Sponsor

$250 - $699
  • VIP Internship Meet & Greet (Before Graduation Begins)
  • Exhibit Space with one 10x10 table & 2 chairs
  • 2 Tickets To Graduation Dinner
  • Logo Acknowledgement on website & graduation signage