Dining With Heroes

Experience World-Class Cuisine, First Responder Insights, and an Evening Supporting Those Who Keep Us Safe

Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2026

Time: 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Location: Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center

Address: 18011 Bass Pro Dr, Independence, MO 64055

a picture from last years dining with heroes event with a live auction happening on stage.

An Evening of Impact and Connection

Dining With Heroes offers a unique opportunity to connect with the first responders who protect our communities while enjoying an unforgettable culinary experience. Your evening begins with a virtual "world tour" of cuisine featuring dishes from some of Kansas City's finest locally owned restaurants. From Brazilian to Italian, Mediterranean to Asian, your taste buds are in for an extraordinary journey.

Throughout the evening, you'll gain insight into the daily challenges faced by our local law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical services personnel. Through demonstrations and presentations, first responders share the realities of their work, the critical equipment needs they face, and how HeroFund USA's support makes a real difference in keeping them safe.

The evening features live entertainment by Kansas City Fire Department Captain Noe Palma, an accomplished country music recording artist, along with both live and silent auctions offering unique items and experiences. But beyond the food, entertainment, and networking, this is an evening where business leaders, community members, and first responders come together with a shared purpose: supporting those who serve and protect us every day.

World Tour Cuisine

Culinary offerings from KC's finest local restaurants representing cuisines from around the world

First Responder Insights

Learn about daily challenges, critical needs, and HeroFund's impact through demonstrations and presentations

Live Entertainment

Enjoy performances by KC Fire Captain Noe Palma, accomplished country music recording artist

Live & Silent Auctions

Bid on unique items and experiences while supporting first responder safety equipment

Donate and Reserve Your Table

Bronze Table

$2,000

1 Table 8 Guests

Silver Table

$3,000

1 Table for 8 Guests

Gold Table

$5,000

1 Table for 8 Guests

Platinum Table

$7,000

1 Table for 8 Guests

Sponsorship Opportunities

Presenting Sponsor

$20,000

Premium recognition in ALL printed and digital materials

Named sponsor on all media coverage and press releases

Speaking opportunity during event

Exclusive presenting sponsor designation (only ONE available)

Logo placement on event website homepage

VIP Reception Sponsor

SOLD - Molle Auto Group

Recognition in ALL printed and digital materials

Named sponsor on all media coverage and press releases

Logo placement on event website homepage

Wine Pull Sponsor

SOLD

Named sponsor on all media coverage and press releases

Logo placement on event website homepage

Dessert Sponsor

SOLD - PSCU

Named sponsor on all media coverage and press releases

Logo placement on event website homepage

Music Sponsor

$1,500

Named sponsor on all media coverage and press releases

Logo placement on event website homepage

Bar Sponsor

$1,500

Named sponsor on all media coverage and press releases

Logo placement on event website homepage

Coffee Bar Sponsor

$750

Named sponsor on all media coverage and press releases

Logo placement on event website homepage