WOLFGANG GIVES BACK

Wolfgang Puck and his partners actively support a number of worthy cultural and charitable endeavors. Giving back to causes in communities that have contributed to the success of his companies over the years is a privilege and an honor Wolfgang embraces. You can help, too.

Make a Difference - Join Wolfgang Puck and the Wolfgang Puck Companies in supporting these worthy causes...

American Wine & Food Festival Wolfgang Puck & Barbara Lazaroff Charitable Foundation
For over a quarter of a century, the AWFF's unparalleled roster of star chefs, world-class selection of wines and spirits, outstanding auction items and exciting entertainment have made it one of the most eagerly anticipated wine and food weekends in all of California. In fact, Biz Bash Magazine recently named our Festival the #1 Food and Wine Event in all of Southern California. AWFF benefits the Meals on Wheels Chapters of Los Angeles.

Meals On Wheels, Los Angeles Chapters
Meals On Wheels helps people find local senior meal programs, helps local meal programs recruit volunteers and helps businesses develop corporate sponsorship and volunteer programs for senior meal programs. The Los Angeles Chapters will serve over 1.5 million meals this year to the elderly, disabled and homebound members of our community.

WELL and Seafood Savvy
WELL (Wolfgang’s Eat, Love, Live)™ program encourages the use and consumption of locally produced products and produce, sustainable seafood and humanely treated animals, with an emphasis on fresh, all-natural and organically grown foods. Seafood Savvy is a complementary initiative created to educate the public about sustainability issues and encourage them to make environmentally responsible decisions when choosing fish and seafood.

Lance Armstrong Foundation
The Lance Armstrong Foundation (LAF) unites people through programs and experiences that empower cancer survivors to live life on their own terms. LAF is committed to raising awareness and helping to fund the fight against cancer.

Alzheimer’s Foundation - Cleveland Clinic at the Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health
Cleveland Clinic at the Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health works to raise research dollars to develop a cure for Alzheimer’s disease. Since its founding in 1996, the foundation has raised $50 million toward building of the Lou Ruvo Brain Institute in downtown Las Vegas, Nevada. Wolfgang participates in the foundation’s annual fundraising events.

Animal Foundation
The Animal Foundation is a private, non-profit, multi-service agency dedicated to making a difference in the lives of animals in the Las Vegas Valley.

Ireland Cancer Center
Ireland Cancer Center, part of the University Hospitals of Cleveland, Ohio, is one of only 39 U.S. Comprehensive Cancer Centers designated by the National Cancer Institute. Ireland offers cutting-edge treatments earlier than most other cancer centers.

University Hospitals of Cleveland
University Hospitals (UH) is a community-based health care system which serves patients at more than 150 locations throughout Northern Ohio. UH encompasses the region's largest network of primary care physicians, outpatient centers and hospitals. The network also offers specialty care physicians to treat almost every disease and condition, skilled nursing, elder health, rehabilitation and home care services, and occupational health and wellness. Wolfgang is co-chair of Five Star Sensation, semi-annual major fundraiser for University Hospitals.

Children’s Diabetes Foundation
The Children's Diabetes Foundation raises funds to support programs at the Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes in Denver, Colorado, which serves children and young adults from all over America. Wolfgang participates in the bi-annual Carousel of Hope Ball, which has raised millions of dollars for the foundation’s treatment and research programs.

Race to Erase MS
The Nancy Davis Foundation for Multiple Sclerosis is dedicated to the treatment and ultimate cure for MS. Wolfgang participates in the annual Race to Erase MS, which provides funding for The Nancy Davis Center Without Walls program, a selected network of the nation's top seven MS research centers.

American Cancer Society California Spirit
The American Cancer Society (ACS) is dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by saving lives, diminishing suffering and preventing cancer through research, education, advocacy and service. Wolfgang is co-host for the annual California Spirit event, a major fundraiser which benefits the ACS.

Nevada Cancer Institute
Nevada Cancer Institute is committed to bringing innovative cancer therapy options that benefit cancer patients in Nevada and beyond.

Make-a-Wish Foundation
Since 1980, the Make-A-Wish Foundation® has enriched the lives of children with life-threatening medical conditions through its wish-granting work.