Academy Prep Center of Lakeland's Cookin' For Kids!
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Please join us for Cookin’ For Kids, presented by Raymond James! A Kiwanis vs. Rotary Celebrity Chef Showdown in Support of the Student Scholarship Fund.
Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 5:30 pm
Hosted by Academy Prep Center of Lakeland
Visit https://bit.ly/aplcfk to reserve your ticket or become a sponsor today!
Cookin’ For Kids, presented by Raymond James, is Academy Prep Center of Lakeland’s signature culinary fundraiser benefiting the Student Scholarship Fund. This year’s event features a spirited showdown between Rotary and Kiwanis as members of these two service organizations team up with Academy Prep scholars to compete in a friendly culinary battle. Guests will enjoy great food, entertainment, and community fellowship while supporting life-changing educational opportunities for local students.
A panel of top chefs and celebrity judges will lend their expertise and taste buds to score each dish, while guests enjoy an interactive evening full of flavor, inspiration, and impact.
All proceeds from the event directly benefit the Student Scholarship Fund, helping to ensure bright futures for deserving students.
Featuring Top Chefs:
Tina Calhoon
Frescos Southern Kitchen & Bar
Jeron Mathis
Elite Catering Company
Featuring Celebrity Chefs:
Omar Arroyo
Former Mayor of Haines City
Northeast Polk Rotary Club
Dani Borow
TV Host | Real Estate Agent
Rotary Club of Lakeland TigerTown
Sharon Moody
Former District Governor | Kiwanis Florida
Kiwanis Club of Plant City
Ricky Reynolds
Former Radio Host | Geico
Kiwanis Club of Lakeland
Tickets and sponsorships are available now for this high-energy evening of culinary creativity and community spirit. Don’t miss your chance to support a great cause while witnessing local stars turn up the heat in the name of education.
Visit https://bit.ly/aplcfk to reserve your ticket or become a sponsor today!
Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 5:30 pm
Hosted by Academy Prep Center of Lakeland
Visit https://bit.ly/aplcfk to reserve your ticket or become a sponsor today!
Cookin’ For Kids, presented by Raymond James, is Academy Prep Center of Lakeland’s signature culinary fundraiser benefiting the Student Scholarship Fund. This year’s event features a spirited showdown between Rotary and Kiwanis as members of these two service organizations team up with Academy Prep scholars to compete in a friendly culinary battle. Guests will enjoy great food, entertainment, and community fellowship while supporting life-changing educational opportunities for local students.
A panel of top chefs and celebrity judges will lend their expertise and taste buds to score each dish, while guests enjoy an interactive evening full of flavor, inspiration, and impact.
All proceeds from the event directly benefit the Student Scholarship Fund, helping to ensure bright futures for deserving students.
Featuring Top Chefs:
Tina Calhoon
Frescos Southern Kitchen & Bar
Jeron Mathis
Elite Catering Company
Featuring Celebrity Chefs:
Omar Arroyo
Former Mayor of Haines City
Northeast Polk Rotary Club
Dani Borow
TV Host | Real Estate Agent
Rotary Club of Lakeland TigerTown
Sharon Moody
Former District Governor | Kiwanis Florida
Kiwanis Club of Plant City
Ricky Reynolds
Former Radio Host | Geico
Kiwanis Club of Lakeland
Tickets and sponsorships are available now for this high-energy evening of culinary creativity and community spirit. Don’t miss your chance to support a great cause while witnessing local stars turn up the heat in the name of education.
Visit https://bit.ly/aplcfk to reserve your ticket or become a sponsor today!
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Where is it happening?
Academy Prep Center of Lakeland, 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33805-4672, United States
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