A Celebration of Community, Commitment, and Compassion at Ivanna Farms in Support of Child Care Scholarships
June 10, 2025 (Mount Kisco, NY) — Mount Kisco Child Care Center (MKCCC), a nonprofit dedicated to providing equitable access to high-quality child care and early education, is proud to announce the honorees of its 21st Annual Feed Me Fresh: An Edible Evening, to be held on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at the beautiful Ivanna Farms in Mount Kisco.
Each year, this highly anticipated event brings together leading local restaurants, generous supporters, and members of the community for an unforgettable evening celebrating fresh food, family, and philanthropy. Proceeds from the event support scholarships for local working families, helping ensure that all families—regardless of income—can access exceptional early childhood education.
This year, MKCCC is honored to recognize Christie Noelle Krase and Mary Ann & Gary Rivera from Landscape Concepts for their remarkable dedication and impact.
Christie has been a treasured member of the MKCCC community since she first stepped into the classroom as a volunteer. Her weekly visits to our infant rooms continue to brighten the lives of children and teachers alike. As a Board Member and Chair of our Advocacy Committee, Christie brings extraordinary heart, creativity, and leadership to every initiative she supports. Her work on the Feed Me Fresh committee and her family’s generosity—most notably through the gift that made three new playgrounds possible—reflect her deep commitment to MKCCC’s mission and her belief in the power of early childhood education.
Mary Ann and Gary Rivera have redefined what it means to support an event with love and vision. Since 2019, their talent, generosity, and dedication have transformed Feed Me Fresh into the elegant, joyful celebration it is today. From stunning floral installations to hands-on event support, the Landscape Concepts team brings beauty and care to every corner of Ivanna Farms. Mary Ann and Gary are also unwavering supporters of MKCCC year-round, contributing to other events and initiatives with humility and heart. Their partnership has helped MKCCC flourish.
“We are incredibly grateful to Christie, Mary Ann, and Gary for all they do to support our children, families, and staff,” said Dawn Meyerski, Executive Director of MKCCC. “Their generosity, creativity, and love for our community embody everything that Feed Me Fresh represents.”
Tickets and sponsorships are available now at mkccc.org/events/feedmefresh. Join us for an unforgettable evening of local cuisine, community spirit, and celebration in support of children and families.
About Mount Kisco Child Care Center
Mount Kisco Child Care Center is a registered 501(c)3 whose mission is to help working families thrive by providing equitable access to high-quality child care and early education to a diverse group of children through innovative, developmentally appropriate programming and a holistic approach to supporting family needs. The Feed Me Fresh event is inspired by MKCCC’s signature seed-to-table nutrition education curriculum of the same name, which helps MKCCC ensure its students have access to healthy meals, nurturing care, and a foundation for lifelong learning.
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