About Chesapeake Bay Wine Classic

The Chesapeake Bay Wine Classic Foundation kicks off the 20th Annual Event Schedule as we strive to raise money to help educate young people in Hampton Roads. The Grand Auction is the largest and most successful wine auction in the Commonwealth, attracting hundreds of wine lovers from Hampton Roads and all over the East Coast.

History

Founded in 1991 by Eleanor & Bob Stanton and Herman L. “Butch” Butt, the CBWC began as a way to bring local wine enthusiasts together, promote the wine trade in Virginia and raise money for local charities in Southeastern Virginia. In its first year, $11,000 was raised. Each year since, the event has become more successful. More than $3 million has been donated to various local charities since its inception.

Volunteer Opportunities

The CBWCF is always looking for great volunteers to help with our events. If you are interested in helping please contact Jennie Capps.
(757) 200-WINE (9463)

This Year’s Beneficiaries

• ACCESS College Foundation
• Careers in Culinary Arts Program
• Easter Virginia Medical School
• Edmarc Hospice for Children
• Horizons Hampton Roads
• CHKD
• St. Mary’s Children’s Hospital
• Seton Youth Shelters
• Norfolk Collegiate School
• Johnson & Wales University
• I Need a Lighthouse
• Virginia Beach Foundation – Community Leadership Program
• Norfolk Public Schools – Strolling Silver Strings
• United Jewish Federation
• Young Life Virginia Beach
• Dick and Ann Grace Foundation
• Princess Anne Garden Club