Purchase tickets and become a sponsor!
Friday, February 28, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.
Army Navy Country Club, Arlington, VA
Please join us for the 21st celebration of Le Gourmet, the single largest fundraiser in support of the Hart School. Your generous support and assistance in helping us reach our goals are vital. All proceeds from the evening benefit the Hart School and, therefore, the hospitality, sport and recreation management industries. Your support helps us provide our students with an unforgettable college experience!
Event Details
WHEN: Friday, February 28 at 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Army Navy Country Club, Arlington, VA
ATTIRE: Groovy Glam or Cocktail
Please do not hesitate to reach out to Theresa Lind, lindtl@jmu.edu, if you have any questions about Le Gourmet including sponsorships, tickets or making a donation to the live or silent auction.
SILENT AUCTION: If you are unable to attend in-person this year, there is still a way for you to be engaged. The silent auction will be online and open to all, starting Friday, February 21, 2025.
LIVE AUCTION: The live auction will take place at Le Gourmet 2025 in-person. However, be sure to check the online auction website to see the amazing items we will be auctioning Friday evening.
Each ticket includes: cocktail reception, three-course meal, two drink tickets, unlimited beer, wine, cider and seltzer, access to participate in the live auction, live music and dancing, and an amazing time connecting with faculty, fellow alumni, industry partners and the Hart School Advisory Board.
Individual Ticket: $250
Recent Graduates (2019-2024): $150
Table (10): $3,000
Le Gourmet provides multiple ways to engage and give back. Become a sponsor, purchase a ticket and or donate an auction item. Help us, help our students. No item is too big or too small, every donation makes a positive impact.
Presenting Sponsor- $25,000
- 20 Individual Tickets (two tables)
- Commemorative Gift
- Name or Organization's logo on JMU Le Gourmet website
- Signage throughout for your sponsorship
- Prominent note of your sponsorship in the evening's program
- Name or Organization's logo in a continuous multimedia loop throughout the event
- Admission to the Hart School Fall and Spring Career Fairs
Champion Sponsor - $15,000
- 10 Individual Tickets (one table)
- Commemorative Gift
- Name or Organization's logo on JMU Le Gourmet website
- Signage throughout for your sponsorship
- Prominent note of your sponsorship in the evening's program
- Name or Organization's logo in a continuous multimedia loop throughout the event
Captain Sponsor - $10,000
- 8 Individual Tickets
- Commemorative Gift
- Name or Organization's logo on JMU Le Gourmet website
- Signage throughout for your sponsorship
- Prominent note of your sponsorship in the evening's program
- Name or Organization's logo in a continuous multimedia loop throughout the reception
Coach Sponsor - $8,000
- 6 Individual Tickets
- Commemorative Gift
- Name or Organization's logo on JMU Le Gourmet website
- Signage throughout for your sponsorship
- Prominent note of your sponsorship in the evening's program
- Name or Organization's logo in a continuous multimedia loop throughout the reception
Host Sponsor - $5,000
- 4 Individual Tickets
- Name or Organization's logo on JMU Le Gourmet website
- Prominent note of your sponsorship in the evening's program
- Name or Organization's logo in a continuous multimedia loop throughout the reception
Teammate Sponsor - $2,000
- 2 Individual Tickets
- Name or Organization's logo on JMU Le Gourmet website
- Prominent note of your sponsorship in the evening's program
- Name or Organization's logo in a continuous multimedia loop throughout the reception
The Hart School is dedicated to the development of future leaders in hospitality, sport and recreation management through a course of study that maximizes the potential of individuals and society. Generous giving to our program helps continue the tradition of supporting excellence in research, scholarship, and learning. All proceeds raised from Le Gourmet enhance the educational experience for our students while infusing energy into the program which assures increased vitality and long-term stability. This includes endeavors such as:
- Student scholarships
- Student experiential learning trips (NCAA Final Four, Red Robin Operators Conference, Women in Food Service Conference, The Masters, Wyndham Global Conference, and Business of Baseball)
- Student attendance at conferences (CMAA Annual World Conference, National Society of Minorities in Hospitality Conferences, and the Professional Convention Management Association Convening Leaders Conference)
- Faculty travel to industry events and conferences
Please consider donating an item for our silent and live auctions. We are seeking a variety of donations (e.g., experiential donations and tangible items) that will attract some competitive bidding. Your generous support and assistance help us reach our goals.
Specific questions about donating auction items can be sent to Alyssa Bosley, bosleyat@jmu.edu.
The Hart School has secured a room block for Le Gourmet guests at The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City.
Deluxe Rooms are available for $199 + taxes, a limited number of rooms are available, so please be sure to book early.
Reserve your room before January 31, 2025
