The Taste

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The Taste

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The Taste is REF's annual signature event, serving up support for education in Rockford through great food, drinks, and community partnership.

Join us for a night of food, drinks, and fun to support Rockford kids and our community on March 5, 2026 at The Gilmore. Sample delicious offerings from local restaurants, enjoy drinks from the cash bar, and take part in an exciting live auction and paddle raise to support programs that benefit Rockford students and empower educators.

Support education in the Rockford community by sponsoring The Taste.

Your presence helps the Rockford Education Foundation create opportunities for every student and provide vital resources for our schools. View sponsorship packages

The deadline to sponsor the event and purchase tickets is February 20, 2026

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Thank You To Our Taste Event Sponsors

Photos from The Taste 2025

2024 Taste Event Photos

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Bier Distillery
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The Score
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REF Trustee, Margaret Becker
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DJ WhitneyWho
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Sugar Bar
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REF Executive Director, Beth Meyer-Kraff
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REF Trustee and Chairperson Tim Breadon & Sponsor, The Breadon Group
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Auctioneer, Jason Lamoreaux and REF Trustee & Vice Chairperson, Bob Wells
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Cedar Springs Brewing
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Third Nature
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Uccello's
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REF Trustee & Vice Chairperson, Bob Wells
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F'nK Tacos
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The Gilmore
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Sugar Bar
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Herman's Boy
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The Score
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