Cultivate Culinary Legacy
Your support plants seeds of opportunity—growing scholarships, mentorship, and leadership for women in gastronomy.
Donating to LDEI Monterey
It isn’t just giving—it’s investing in a legacy of women who will redefine our industry.
Mary Chamberlin Tribute Scholarship
The Chamberlin Tribute Scholarship honors Mary’s lifelong passion for culinary exploration, mentorship, and community. Your donation will help support aspiring culinary professionals as they pursue their education and carry forward Mary’s spirit of generosity and creativity. Together, we can ensure her legacy lives on through the next generation of culinary talent.
Why Donate?
- 100% of funds directly support scholarships and programs
- Tax-deductible under our 501(c)(3) status:
Federal Tax I.D. is 26-0405266 - Transparency: Annual reports showcase your gift at work
Ways to Donate
One-Time Donation
Make an immediate impact with a single gift.
Monthly Sustainer
Become the yeast that helps us rise—automate your support.
Legacy Giving
Include LDEI Monterey in your estate plans and inspire future generations.
Contact our Finance Dame.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Raise a Glass to Change
Go beyond a donation and become a true partner in our mission. Your sponsorship provides vital, targeted support for our programs and events, connecting your brand to a community of influential leaders.
Champagne – $5,000
The Grand Cru. Pop the cork on our most ambitious initiatives.
Cabernet & Pinot Noir – $2,000
The Robust Blends. Provide the structure and body for our core programs.
Chardonnay – $500
The Toasted Barrel. Cultivate and nurture the foundational elements of our work.
Sauvignon Blanc – $250
The Crisp Catalyst. Energize and refresh a specific aspect of our mission.
For a custom partnership, please contact us.
Have Questions?
Please contact our Finance Dame.
[Note: If a new window in your email platform does not open when clicking the button, you may contact the financial chair at:
financial@lesdamesmonterey.org]
Merci—every gift sets another place at the table of opportunity.
