2026 Freedom Chef Challenge Sponsorships
ACF National Convention. Orlando Florida,
July 12-18 2027
The Freedom Chef Challenge is more than a culinary competition. It is a national platform that highlights the discipline, leadership, and technical skills of America’s military chefs. Elite two-chef teams from each branch compete for the Freedom Chef Trophy while demonstrating expertise that translates into civilian careers. Your support helps service members transition through hiring, training, mentorship, and workforce development. Some proceeds also support Team USA Culinary team and the military culinary team, USACAT .
Sponsorship Opportunities
PRESENTING SPONSOR • Legacy-level visibility with event naming rights, main-stage branding, trophy presentation recognition, chef-jacket and promotional visibility, ACF Culinary Review and website recognition, an autographed chef jacket, and 12 event tickets. GOLD • $30,000. SILVER • $15,000. BRONZE • $5,000. Sponsorship may include naming rights, branded challenge moments, promotional recognition, autographed chef jackets, event tickets, products, ingredients, services, or in-kind support.
Our Team
Dave Prows, CEC, AAC — Founder of the Freedom Chef Challenge. Chef Prows is a culinary leader and longtime American Culinary Federation leader who created this national competition to showcase military chefs and support the military community. Barbara Dickey — Sponsorships. Barb brings experience in strategy, brand architecture, communications, advertising, fundraising, and nonprofit support for service members and their families.
Thank You for Your Support
The Freedom Chef Challenge is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. “To recognize, honor, and promote the culinary excellence and service of our military chefs.” For sponsorship information, contact Barbara Dickey at barbdickeydc@gmail.com or 202-486-7885.