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An evening of exceptional food, exquisite wine, and life-changing impact.
This is more than a gala. It’s a gathering of hearts, chefs, visionaries, and advocates—all coming together to raise funds for life-saving veterinary care, animal rescue, and compassionate support for unhoused individuals’ animal companions in need. Join us for an extraordinary evening that nourishes the body and uplifts the soul.
The Icons Behind the Evening
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Chef Ryan Ratino
Michelin-Starred Chef, Jônt, Bresca, Ômo, MAASS
Chef Ryan Ratino is the Michelin-starred talent behind four restaurants (and visions beyond). With five Michelin stars and multiple James Beard nominations, his bold, globally inspired tasting menus are redefining modern American fine dining.
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Dr. Kwane Stewart
The Street Vet
As CNN’s 2023 Hero of the Year, Dr. Kwane Stewart has spent over 20 years providing care to animals of the unhoused. A former shelter director and founder of Project Street Vet, his nationally recognized work brings dignity, love, and lifesaving care to pets and the people who cherish them.
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Chef Freddy Money
Michelin-Starred Chef, Atlas
Executive Chef the famed and Michelin-starred Atlas in Atlanta, Chef Freddy Money is known for his elegant modern French cuisine and world-class technique. With a career that spans Michelin kitchens and luxury resorts, he’s turning Atlas into a Southern culinary landmark.
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Artist Diana Madaras
Acclaimed Tucson Artist
Known for her vibrant watercolor and acrylic works, ranging from luminous desert landscapes to expressive portraits. Her art has been featured in museums, resorts, and magazines, while also raising over $80,000 for charity and benefiting more than 100 organizations.
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Robert Mondavi Jr.
Award-Winning Winemaker
A fourth-generation winemaker, Robert Mondavi Jr. continues his family’s legacy. His 2019 Rutledge & Vine Cabernet Sauvignon is listed on Robb Report’s top 50 most important wines of the 21st century. Known for crafting expressive wines rooted in California terroir, he brings tradition and innovation to every bottle and table.
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Charles Joly
James Beard Mixologist
World Class Bartender of the Year and co-founder of Crafthouse Cocktails, James Beard Award winner, Charles Joly is a globally celebrated mixologist. From the Oscars and Emmy’s to bespoke events around the world, his cocktails combine impeccable craft with unforgettable hospitality.
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Don Guerra
Owner, Barrio Bread
Don Guerra, founder of Tucson’s award-winning Barrio Bread, pioneered the use of heritage and locally grown grains to connect Arizona farmers, millers, and the community through artisan bread. His nationally recognized work, including a 2022 James Beard Award, embodies sustainability, terroir, and artistry while positioning bread as a catalyst for cultural connection.
More on our featured guest: Dr. Kwane Stewart
For over a decade, Dr. Kwane Stewart—The Street Vet—has walked alleys and overpasses with a stethoscope slung over his shoulder and a heart wide open. Offering free medical care to the pets of unhoused individuals, he’s become a national symbol of compassion in its purest form: showing up, listening, healing, and dignifying lives often forgotten.
His work has sparked a movement. His story has inspired millions. And this October, he joins us in Tucson—not just as a celebrity guest, but as a partner and champion of the Scarritt Foundation’s mission to serve both people and their beloved animals throughout Pima County and beyond.
“When we gather around a table in the name of compassion, we do more than raise money—we raise hope. For the animals. For the people who love them. And for a world that remembers kindness is always worth celebrating. I hope you’ll join us for what we believe will be a powerful evening of generosity for years to come.”
— Adrienne Williams, Founder, Scarritt Foundation