Open Hand Atlanta will host its 23rd annual Party in the Kitchen fundraiser on September 24, 2026. The event is scheduled for The Foundry at Puritan Mill in Atlanta, Georgia, and will feature Chef Kevin Rathbun alongside organizer Robert Candler. Local television station WANF is providing a preview of the evening.
The Party in the Kitchen has become the nonprofit's signature fundraising night, drawing community members, supporters, and culinary professionals each year. This year’s gathering will take place in the industrial‑style venue known as The Foundry, a space that offers a blend of historic architecture and modern amenities suitable for a large dinner‑service fundraiser.
Chef Kevin Rathbun, a noted Atlanta restaurateur, will lead the culinary component of the night, preparing a menu that supports the organization’s mission. Robert Candler, representing Open Hand Atlanta’s leadership, will coordinate the event logistics and donor engagement. Both figures appeared on WANF earlier this week to give viewers a preview of the menu and to outline how the evening will function as a fundraising platform.
Funds raised during the Party in the Kitchen are directed to Open Hand Atlanta’s programs that provide nutrition education, meals, and support services to individuals living with chronic illness. The nonprofit relies on annual events such as this to sustain its operations and expand its outreach within the metropolitan area.
Since its inception, the Party in the Kitchen has marked a consistent milestone in the organization’s calendar, now reaching its 23rd iteration. The continued partnership with local chefs, venues, and media outlets underscores the community’s ongoing commitment to the cause. Attendees can expect a night of fine dining, live entertainment, and opportunities to contribute directly to Open Hand Atlanta’s mission of improving health and quality of life for those it serves.