Gather your friends, dress for a night on the Mediterranean and join us for the
22nd Annual Cooking Up Compassion
on
Saturday, February 6, 2027!
For one night, we’re bringing the beauty, flavors and energy of the Mediterranean to Tulsa! Enjoy delicious appetizers created by some of our favorite local chefs, a beautiful seated dinner, and an evening filled with celebration, generosity and plenty of dancing.
And back by popular demand…
The Red Hot Revolution Band!
(Formerly The Party Crashers Band)
Thank you to our event chairs,
Ida & T.D. Eureste
Be a Patron
Patron Benefits
$100,000 Premier Patron
• Your name/logo on event invitations & all event materials
• Prime seating for twenty with complimentary valet parking
• Invitation for six to exclusive “Mediterranean Mezze Reception” at the home of our chairs, Ida and T.D. Eureste
• Invitation to annual St. Lawrence Society event
• Special gift for each of your guests
• Select your own wine for your table at the event from a sommelier-curated wine list
$50,000 Diamond Patron
• Recognition on all event materials
• Prime reserved table for twelve with complimentary valet parking
• Invitation to annual St. Lawrence Society event
• Special gift for each of your guests
• Select your own wine for your table at the event from a sommelier-curated wine list
$25,000 Platinum Patron
• Recognition on all event materials
• Prime reserved table for twelve with complimentary valet parking
• Invitation to annual St. Lawrence Society event
• Special gift for each of your guests
• Premium wine
$12,500 Gold Patron
• Recognition on all event materials
• Reserved table for ten with complimentary valet parking
• Invitation to annual St. Lawrence Society event
$5,000 Silver Patron
• Recognition on all event materials
• Reserved table for ten with complimentary valet parking
$2,500 Bronze Patron ♥ FOR INDIVIDUALS ONLY
• Special patron level for individuals
• Recognition on all event materials
• Four reserved seats with complimentary valet parking
Committee
Mandy & Blake Atkins
Jacquelyn & Scott Bassett
Jessica & Erik Block
Jess & Tom Biolchini
Mary Quinn & Frank Cooper
Erin & Michael Dailey
Nikki & Matt Dunham
Tracy Tran-Ea & Ty Ea
Ida & T.D. Eureste
Amy & Jeff Galvin
Sharon & Brad Hammond
Jenny & Dean Herman
Carrie & J.B. Jarboe
Christy & Bob Latham
Tara & Sam Littlefield
Phillip Moran
Susanne & Chuck Pereira
Kara & Ryan Ritchie
Mary & Tom Ritchie
Claudia Cea-Uy & Nathan Uy
Stephanie & Ron Vanderslice
Colleen & Scott Weeks
Natalie & Ryan Woody
FAQs
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 Kozma, Event Coordinator, at 918-880-7266 or okozma@cceok.org
It was an amazing night full of fun & fundraising.
We thank everyone who helped us raise $2.4 million!
DOWNLOAD YOUR PHOTOS HERE
Pre-registration will end at 2:55pm on event day to allow us time to prepare for check-in. If you miss this opportunity, check-in is quick and easy at the event. Thanks for understanding!
Here are some of our favorite photos from CUC 2025!
Here are some of our favorite photos from CUC 2025!
