CHEF Winter Jam to benefit Cape student programs March 7

The Cape Henlopen Educational Foundation’s signature fundraising event, Winter Jam, will be held from 7 to 11 p.m., Friday, March 7, at the Rusty Rudder in Dewey Beach.

All proceeds will benefit educational programs for the more than 6,500 students in the Cape Henlopen School District.

CHEF provides teacher grants for unfunded or underfunded classroom projects, and it offers support for homeless and limited-income students, STEM initiatives, performing arts education, and training and programs to promote diversity and inclusion.

“This fundraiser has become an annual reunion event for Cape Region community members and educators,” said Calvin Jackson, CHEF president. “It’s our major annual fundraiser and supports educational enrichment programs which wouldn’t happen without community support.” 

This year’s event will feature musical entertainment by the Blue Label Band. Winter Jam will also feature small bites, auction items and a live gift card pull.

Since 2006, CHEF has contributed more than $411,000 in grant funds for teachers and students. 

To learn more, go to chef-cape.org/winter-jam-tickets-2025.