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Eat for a great cause at the 21st Chili Cook-Off on March 1—get your tickets now
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The Exceptional Foundation’s 21st Annual Chili Cook-Off is just around the corner, and it’s time to get your tickets!
On Saturday, March 1 join the community at Brookwood Village for an unforgettable day filled with delicious chili, live music, family-friendly activities and much more.
21st annual Chili Cook-Off event details
This event will feature 151 chili cook teams battling it out for the grand prizes, showcasing some of the best chili in the region. Whether you’re a fan of mild, spicy, or everything in between, there will be something to satisfy every taste.
- When: Saturday, March 1 | 10:30AM-3PM
- Where: Brookwood Village | 614 Brookwood, Mountain Brook AL, 35209
- Cost: $15 in advance | $20 at the gate | Children under 12 get in free
- Get tickets
The Exceptional Foundation is partnering with Alabama Power’s Renew Our Rivers program, one of the nation’s largest river clean-up projects. Alabama Power has been a longtime supporter of the Chili Cook-Off, and their continued involvement helps make this event even more impactful.
What is The Exceptional Foundation?
At its core, the Chili Cook-Off is all about supporting the The Exceptional Foundation, which serves over 700 individuals with special needs each year. The foundation provides a range of social and recreational services for individuals aged 5 to 81, including daily programs, sports activities, weekend outings and much more.
- For adults, there are daily programs that focus on activities like:
- Exercise
- Art
- Cooking
- Science
- and more
- For younger participants, The Exceptional Foundation offers youth summer camps for school-age children to engage in:
- Swimming
- Music
- Adaptive P.E.
- Field trips
- and more
“My life has changed for the better since coming to The EF. The staff here welcome me with open arms and inspire me to be myself. I love our activities and trips because they make me feel more independent and like I’m a part of inspire me to be myself. I love our activities and trips because they make me feel more independent and like I’m a part of something. I love this place!”
Erica, The Exceptional Foundation participant
Supporting The Exceptional Foundation’s mission
This annual event is The Exceptional Foundation’s largest fundraiser, and all proceeds from the day directly support the Foundation’s year-round programs.
By attending the Chili Cook-Off, you’re not just enjoying great food and entertainment—you’re making a difference in the lives of those who benefit from The Exceptional Foundation’s services.
Grab your friends + family and head to the Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, March 1
The 20th Annual Chili Cook-Off raised over $520,000 last year, with more than 13,000 attendees coming together to support The Exceptional Foundation. Let’s break that record this year!
Whether you’re a chili enthusiast, a family looking for a fun weekend activity, or someone who simply wants to support an incredible cause, come out on March 1 and support The Exceptional Foundation’s 21st Annual Chili Cook-Off.
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