Chef Jackie Baldwin Scholarship Fundraiser

Enjoy an evening to celebrate the amazing Chef Jackie Baldwin, including a three-course harvest dinner with all of Jackie's favorites on the menu, as well as a spectacular silent auction. Hear from a scholarship recipient about the incredible impact that scholarships have on our students.

Artichokes Herez | Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Dates | Cheese Board | Crostini | Vegetables | Champagne

Eggplant Parmesan | Bolognese with Rigatoni | Roast Chicken with Glazed Carrots | Spinach | Mashed Potatoes

Flourless Chocolate Cake | Berry Compote | Ice Cream | Candied Pecans

This event is being hosted by the Chef Jackie Baldwin Memorial Scholarship Committee; proceeds from the event will benefit the Chef Jackie Baldwin Memorial Scholarship Fund at Schenectady County Community College Foundation, Inc. All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

About Jackie

A native of Troy, New York, Jackie Baldwin dedicated her life to service, contribution, and improvement. A pioneer in the restaurant industry, Jackie was a young and eager female in a male dominated profession. Her open heart, kindness, and boundless energy were a gift to all that knew her. Jackie was driven along with Michael Cunningham, Jim Rua, Andrew Plummer, Yono Purnomo, Ric Orlando, Dale Miller and other great chefs of this area to make the Capital District a wonderful dining experience. Jackie helped raise money for local charities, mentored other chefs, taught eager culinary students, and cared about every meal served. As Rex Smith remarked: "she had a calmness and sense of humor that effected everyone around her in a perfect way". Ric Orlando called Jackie "a testament to professionalism and poise".