We can’t wait to welcome you to the

21st Annual Cooking Up Compassion

on

Saturday, February 7, 2026!

We are very excited to bring back

The Party Crashers Band!

We can’t wait to welcome you to the

21st Annual Cooking Up Compassion

on

Saturday, February 7, 2026!

We are very excited to bring back

The Party Crashers Band!

It was a beautiful night full of fun & fundraising.
We thank everyone who helped us meet our goal of $2 million!

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Here are some of our favorite photos from CUC 2025!

Here are some of our favorite photos from CUC 2025!

Patronships are available now! Cooking Up Compassion has SOLD OUT two years in a row. See the Patron Benefits section below for details on each level. Don’t wait until it’s too late – reserve your table today!

Individual tickets will not be sold this year.

 

$100,000 – Presenting Patron

• Your logo on event invitations & all event materials

• Prime seating for twenty with complimentary valet parking

• Membership in St. Lawrence Society

• Premium wine

$50,000 – Diamond Patron

• Recognition on all event materials

• Prime reserved table for twelve with complimentary valet parking

• Membership in St. Lawrence Society

• Premium wine

$25,000 – Platinum Patron

• Recognition on all event materials

• Prime reserved table for twelve with complimentary valet parking

• Membership in St. Lawrence Society

• Premium wine

$12,500 – Gold Patron

• Recognition on all event materials

• Reserved table for ten with complimentary valet parking

• Membership in St. Lawrence Society

$5,000 – Silver Patron

• Recognition on all event materials

• Reserved table for ten with complimentary valet parking

$2,000 – Bronze Patron – For individuals only

• Recognition on all event materials

• Four reserved seats with complimentary valet parking

 

2026 Event Chairs

Mary Quinn & Frank Cooper

Patron Committee

Mandy & Blake Atkins

Jessica & Erik Block

Dennis & Lisa Cameron

Becca & Eric Clower

Bernie & Ken Dornblaser

Jack Dowdell

Maggie & Barrett Ellsworth

Ida & T.D. Eureste

Quinn & Luke Eves

Teresa & Matt Gawey

Ryan Gillin

Paula & Rick Huck

Elizabeth & Brian Inbody

Carrie & J.B. Jarboe

Christy & Bob Latham

Sam and Tara Littlefield

Beth & Mike McAndrews

Sid McAnnally

Phillip Moran

 

How can I learn more about Catholic Charities of Eastern Oklahoma?

The best way to learn about Catholic Charities is to browse our website at cceok.org.

Where is the Grand Hall?

The Grand Hall is located on the east side of the Arvest Convention Center between 5th and 7th Streets.

What are the seating arrangements?

Seating will be reserved for all guests.

What are the parking arrangements?

Valet parking is offered near the east entrance at the Arvest Convention Center and is complimentary for all guests. Please plan to tip your valet. 

Free parking is located in the parking garage at 3rd Street and Houston. It is connected to the venue by a covered walkway.

Uber or Lyft are highly recommended. The drop-off spot is located on the south end of the Arvest Convention Center on 7th Street.

What is the schedule of events?

Appetizer stations by local chefs will be open at 6 pm when the event begins. Be sure to come hungry!

A seated dinner will be served at 7:30pm. There is no formal program, but we will break in periodically for prayer, short announcements and a short video and call for donations before the band starts.

Party Crashers Band begins at 8:15 pm.

The raffle drawing will take place at 9:30 pm. Last call for raffle tickets will be at 9:15 pm.

What is the attire for the evening?

Cocktail attire is suggested. Be sure to bring your dancing shoes!

How do I pre-register my credit card so I don’t have to wait in line to check in?

Starting in January, be sure to click on the “PRE-REGISTER” tab to give us your information before the event. Pre-registered guests who have provided their email address will receive an email with their table number and other important information before the event.

Who do I contact for other questions?

Please contact Olivia Sanchez, Event Coordinator, at 918-880-7266 or osanchez@cceok.org.

Patronships are available now! Cooking Up Compassion has SOLD OUT two years in a row. See the Patron Benefits section below for details on each level. Don’t wait until it’s too late – reserve your table today!

Individual tickets will not be sold this year.

 

$100,000 – Presenting Patron

• Your logo on event invitations & all event materials

• Prime seating for twenty with complimentary valet parking

• Membership in St. Lawrence Society

• Premium wine

$50,000 – Diamond Patron

• Recognition on all event materials

• Prime reserved table for twelve with complimentary valet parking

• Membership in St. Lawrence Society

• Premium wine

$25,000 – Platinum Patron

• Recognition on all event materials

• Prime reserved table for twelve with complimentary valet parking

• Membership in St. Lawrence Society

• Premium wine

$12,500 – Gold Patron

• Recognition on all event materials

• Reserved table for ten with complimentary valet parking

• Membership in St. Lawrence Society

$5,000 – Silver Patron

• Recognition on all event materials

• Reserved table for ten with complimentary valet parking

$2,000 – Bronze Patron – For individuals only

• Recognition on all event materials

• Four reserved seats with complimentary valet parking

 

2026 Event Chairs

Mary Quinn & Frank Cooper

Patron Committee

Mandy & Blake Atkins

Jessica & Erik Block

Dennis & Lisa Cameron

Becca & Eric Clower

Bernie & Ken Dornblaser

Jack Dowdell

Maggie & Barrett Ellsworth

Ida & T.D. Eureste

Quinn & Luke Eves

Teresa & Matt Gawey

Ryan Gillin

Paula & Rick Huck

Elizabeth & Brian Inbody

Carrie & J.B. Jarboe

Christy & Bob Latham

Sam and Tara Littlefield

Beth & Mike McAndrews

Sid McAnnally

Phillip Moran

 

How can I learn more about Catholic Charities of Eastern Oklahoma?

The best way to learn about Catholic Charities is to browse our website at cceok.org.

Where is the Grand Hall?

The Grand Hall is located on the east side of the Arvest Convention Center between 5th and 7th Streets.

What are the seating arrangements?

Seating will be reserved for all guests.

What are the parking arrangements?

Valet parking is offered near the east entrance at the Arvest Convention Center and is complimentary for all guests. Please plan to tip your valet. 

Free parking is located in the parking garage at 3rd Street and Houston. It is connected to the venue by a covered walkway.

Uber or Lyft are highly recommended. The drop-off spot is located on the south end of the Arvest Convention Center on 7th Street.

What is the schedule of events?

Appetizer stations by local chefs will be open at 6 pm when the event begins. Be sure to come hungry!

A seated dinner will be served at 7:30pm. There is no formal program, but we will break in periodically for prayer, short announcements and a short video and call for donations before the band starts.

Party Crashers Band begins at 8:15 pm.

The raffle drawing will take place at 9:30 pm. Last call for raffle tickets will be at 9:15 pm.

What is the attire for the evening?

Cocktail attire is suggested. Be sure to bring your dancing shoes!

How do I pre-register my credit card so I don’t have to wait in line to check in?

Be sure to click on the “PRE-REGISTER” tab to give us your information before the event. Pre-registered guests who have provided their email address will receive an email with their table number and other important information before the event.

Who do I contact for other questions?

Please contact Olivia Sanchez, Event Coordinator, at 918-880-7266 or osanchez@cceok.org.

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