<h3>The Freedom Food Festival is a fundraiser pairing area Non-profits with restaurants and local celebrity chefs in a festive, family-friendly atmosphere. Non-profit meals are judged "cook-off style," earning bragging rights and the coveted "Golden Spoon Award" for the best meal.</h3><p><br></p><h1><strong style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Judges</strong></h1><h3>5:30pm: Judge Tastings</h3><p><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">It is our honor and privilege to have community first responders judge the 2024 Freedom Food Festival. </span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Nathan Ramsey</strong><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">: Fire-Rescue Chief, Rockbridge County</span></p><p><strong style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Ahmad Hasanka</strong><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">: Volunteer, Lexington Fire Department (and VMI cadet)</span></p><p><strong style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">Michael Walters</strong><span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);">: Auxiliary Officer, Buena Vista Police&nbsp;Department</span></p><p><br></p><h1><span style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">People's Choice Award</span></h1><p>The Non-profit that sells the most meals receives the People's Choice Award. The winner is announced after the festival.</p><p><br></p><h1><strong style="color: rgb(0, 102, 204);">Fundraiser</strong></h1><h3>Non-profits work hard to support our community, friends, family, and neighbors. Be GENEROUS and show some LOVE!</h3><h3>Bring additional $$$ to support ALL of the participating Non-profits.</h3><ul><li>Drop $$$ in the "Tip Jar."</li><li>It's the perfect time to make donations to great causes!</li></ul>