Lisa Dahl Foundation Launches with Soup Hope: A Legacy of Nourishment and Compassion
Celebrated Sedona Chef Unveils Nonprofit Dedicated to Feeding Those in Need Across Northern Arizona
After decades of nourishing Sedona through her acclaimed restaurants, Chef Lisa Dahl is embarking on her most meaningful culinary journey yet. This December, she announces the launch of The Lisa Dahl Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to nourishing those in need and honoring the legacy of compassion that has always been at the heart of her work.
"After decades of dreaming, I am humbled to announce The Lisa Dahl Foundation," says Dahl. "Our own nonprofit dedicated to nourishing those in need and honoring those who came before us."
From Dream to Reality: The Soup Hope Initiative
The foundation's flagship program, Soup Hope, addresses a critical need that has become impossible to ignore. Since sharing the mission, the response from the local community and supporters beyond Sedona has been overwhelmingly heartfelt, revealing the profound need for nourishment—especially among Northern Arizona's most vulnerable populations.
Many Native American families across our region remain among the least supported in the state, facing significant barriers to consistent, nutritious meals. Closer to home, individuals experiencing homelessness in Sedona and the Verde Valley often lack proper nutrition and, in some cases, access to food at all.
"It has been deeply meaningful to realize how much we can help," Dahl reflects. "Uplifting the spirits of those who are struggling has shown us how many people in our own backyard need support."
The need is profound, but so is the opportunity. With community support, Soup Hope can provide life-sustaining nutrition and transform into a true Sedona community initiative—one that reflects our values and commitment to caring for our neighbors.
A Three-Day Celebration: December 12-14
"Each event will be filled with beauty, brilliant entertainment, wine fit for royalty, laughter, love, artistry, and, of course, incredible food," Dahl promises. "But the true gift isn't the celebrations—it's what we can do together."
These aren't ordinary fundraising dinners. Each thoughtfully curated experience offers personal interaction with remarkable performers including Savina Sandoval and Aaron White, blending exceptional cuisine with entertainment that feeds the soul.
Film and Feast Evening
Join fellow community members for an elegant pairing of cinema and cuisine. This beautiful event features a delicious luncheon and an afternoon our community can be proud of. Limited openings remain for this intimate gathering.
Sunday Pizza-Brunch Finale (December 14th)
The weekend culminates with "the most delightful pizza-brunch party imaginable"—a hands-on celebration where guests become part of the culinary magic:
- Complimentary custom aprons emblazoned with "When You Cook With Love, You Feed the Soul"
- Interactive pizza-making experience
- Exceptional food and abundant joy
- The satisfaction of knowing every moment supports meals for those in need
When Cooking Becomes a Calling
Throughout her distinguished culinary career, Lisa Dahl has understood that food is about more than sustenance—it's about connection, dignity, and love. The Lisa Dahl Foundation represents the natural evolution of this philosophy, extending the warmth and nourishment of her restaurants to those who need it most.
Food insecurity affects real people in our own backyard: families struggling to put meals on the table, elders choosing between medication and groceries, and individuals facing each day without knowing where their next meal will come from. The Lisa Dahl Foundation and Soup Hope offer each of us the opportunity to transform compassion into action.
Your Seat at the Table
Dahl is calling on everyone who has enjoyed her restaurants, celebrated milestones at her tables, and experienced the magic of her culinary artistry to now join this vital mission. Every seat filled at the December launch events means more nutritious meals provided, more families supported, and more hope delivered to those facing difficult circumstances.
"I'm asking you all—the people who know us best—to attend the launch of The Lisa Dahl Foundation and support this initiative," says Dahl.
The power to make a difference lies not in grand gestures alone, but in a community coming together around shared values. Let's fill every seat, spread the word, and demonstrate what's possible when Sedona unites around a cause that truly matters.
Ready to be part of this legacy? Visit LisaDahlFoundation.org to register. Help us celebrate the birth of The Lisa Dahl Foundation and ensure Soup Hope becomes the community initiative our neighbors deserve.
When you cook with love, you feed the soul—and when we cook together, we nourish an entire community.
The Lisa Dahl Foundation: Honoring the past, nourishing the present, and building a legacy of compassion for generations to come.