The Do it Best Foundation is thrilled to announce the relaunch of one of the city’s favorite food and fundraising events – Cookin’ Fort Wayne! This exciting and reinvigorated event will be held at the Electric Works campus on May 21, 2025, benefitting Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeast Indiana, making a lasting impact on families in our community.
May 21, 2025 | Wednesday
Electric Works campus
5:00 pm – VIP Rooftop opens
5:45 pm – VIP early access to main event
6:00 pm – Doors open for general admission
9:00 pm – Closing time
Join the area’s finest culinary experts and enthusiasts an evening of sampling and splendor at Cookin’ Fort Wayne! From the Fort Wayne Fire Department to legendary chefs, there’s something for every palette.
From drinks to dessert, indulge in over 100+ bite-sized temptations while the band Sunglass at Night sets the mood for a perfect evening. Sip, savor, and taste your way through every flavor, whether you are a Grill Seeker, make a Pour Decision, need a Sweet Stop, or sample it all with our Mini Mains. This is one night your taste buds won't forget!
$150
$250
We’re inviting Fort Wayne’s chefs and culinary enthusiasts to step up to the plate and showcase their skills for a great cause. Ready to be part of this culinary tradition? Become a participating chef and help us serve up a night to remember!
From registration to chef pod runners, there’s a volunteer opportunity for all capabilities. Visit our volunteer sign-up page to see detailed descriptions of each volunteer opportunity and join the crew!
apply to volunteer
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeast Indiana (RMHC of Northeast Indiana) provides essential services that remove barriers, strengthen families, and promote healing when children need healthcare. RMHC of Northeast Indiana operates the Ronald McDonald House and Ronald McDonald Family Lounge, both offering care to families of hospitalized children 21 and under at no charge, as well as the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile, a mobile medical unit delivering preventive pediatric care to vulnerable neighborhoods and at no charge to families without insurance. For more information on RMHC of Northeast Indiana, or to learn how you can help, please visit rmhc-neindiana.org.
