Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Verjus
550 Washington Street, San Francisco 

6-6:45pm - Friends of ESY Reception
7-9pm - Cocktails, Hors d’oeuvres, Music & Conversation

Please join us for our annual Spring Benefit in celebration of 
The Edible Schoolyard Project! 


As we step into spring, we’re energized by all that lies ahead. We have been growing Edible Education programs and deepening our engagement with students and communities in meaningful ways. The impact is profound and we’re excited to share this journey with you.


Guests will hear from Alice Waters and friends of The Edible Schoolyard Project.

TICKETS & SPONSORSHIP LEVELS


SPROUT

$250

  • Includes: 1 Cocktail Party Ticket

SUNFLOWER

$1,000

  • Your gift helps provide essential supplies, like new garden tools for children at our program sites in Berkeley and Stockton.
  • Includes:  2 Reception + Cocktail Party Tickets 
  • Listing on event promotions 

BEEHIVE

$2,500

  • Your gift brings families together! You help make inclusive, hands-on experiences like our Seasonal Festivals at our Community Farm in Stockton, CA, possible, fostering joy, learning, and connection.
  • Includes: 4 Reception + 4 Cocktail Party Tickets 
  • Listing on event promotions 

HUMMINGBIRD

$5,000

  • With your support, our Kitchen Educators have the resources to create new recipes for lessons during the school day, reducing food waste, promoting sustainability, and inspiring students to cook with confidence.
  • Includes: 6 Reception + 6 Cocktail Party Tickets 
  • Premier Listing on event promotions 

APPLE TREE

$10,000

  • Your generosity fuels major improvements, from upgrades to the Greenhouse to enhancements in our Teaching Kitchen in Berkeley, CA, ensuring students have the best spaces to learn and grow.
  • Includes: 8 Reception + 8 Cocktail Party Tickets 
  • Premier Listing on event promotions 

GRANDMOTHER OAK

$25,000

  • Your meaningful gift has a ripple effect for generations to come! By supporting Summer Training, you help equip educators worldwide, reaching millions of students each year with the power of edible education.
  • Includes: 8 Reception + 8 Cocktail Party Tickets 
  • Premier Listing on event promotions 

In order to make a gift of stock, wire transfer, or ACH, please contact Development@EdibleSchoolyard.org  


Can't attend the event but want to lend your support? You can do so here: https://edibleschoolyard.org/give  


Checks may be sent via postal mail to the following address: 


The Edible Schoolyard Project 

Attn: Development 

1517 Shattuck Ave. 

Berkeley, CA 94709


Questions? Contact Kathryn Keslosky, kathryn@EdibleSchoolyard.org  


The Edible Schoolyard Project is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, tax ID 94-3248671. 


Thank you for your support!