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Hope Chili Classic

Join us for the Hope Chili Classic! Sample delicious homemade chili and pie, cast your votes for your favorites, and enjoy a fun community event that helps provide hope and support for local families.

Don't miss our silent auction, featuring incredible items from businesses and supporters. Bid from home or in person—no event ticket is required to participate in the auction!

 

November 7, 2026 | 12pm-2pm
Grace Church Salado
5798 FM2484
Salado, TX 76571

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How the Hope Chili Classic Works

Come as a taster or enter the Chili Cookoff or Pie Bakeoff. Whether you're competing or simply enjoying great food, every bite makes a difference.

Become a Sponsor
  • General Admission – $15

    Your ticket includes:

    • 10 Chili Tasting Cups
    • 10 People's Choice Chili Ballots
    • 5 Pie Tasting Plates
    • 5 People's Choice Pie Ballots

     

    Taste your favorites, then drop your ballots into your favorite chili and pie team's jars.

    Kids 6 & under: Free

  • Enter the Chili cookoff
    Entry Fee: $25/team

    Bring the heat and rally your team.

    Who can enter?
    Individuals, families, businesses, civic groups, or church teams.

    Each team receives:

    • Personal fundraising page to compete for Hope Champion
    • Team listed on the event leaderboard
    • QR code sign at your table for easy voting and donations
  • Enter the Pie bakeoff
    Entry Fee: $15 per team

    Show off your best homemade pie.

    Who can enter?
    Individuals, families, businesses, civic groups, or church teams.

    Each team receives:

    • Personal fundraising page to compete for Hope Champion
    • Team listed on the event leaderboard
    • QR code sign at your table for easy voting and donations

  • Take home incredible items while making a difference!

    Our silent auction features a wide variety of packages, experiences, gift cards, home goods, and more—all donated by generous businesses and supporters.

    No event ticket is required to participate. Register for the auction and place your bids from home or in person using your phone. Whether you're attending the Hope Chili Classic or simply supporting the cause from afar, every winning bid helps provide hope and support for local families.

Three Ways to Win

Hope Champion

Top Fundraiser

Share your fundraising link before the event.

Every dollar donated equals one vote.

The team that raises the most support wins Hope Champion.

People's Choice Chili Winner

Guests vote using their People's Choice Chili Ballots

The chili with the most votes wins.

People's Choice Pie Winner

Guests vote using their People's Choice Pie Ballots

The pie with the most votes wins.

Become a Sponsor

Make an Impact That Lasts Beyond Event Day

When your business sponsors The Hope Chili Classic, you're doing more than supporting an event. You're helping provide free, compassionate care to women and families facing unexpected pregnancies while demonstrating your commitment to our community.

Title Sponsor | $5,000

Receive our highest level of event recognition with premier logo placement across event signage, marketing materials, and digital promotions, plus a dedicated social media spotlight and four complimentary event tickets.


Gold Sponsor | $2,500

Gain prominent recognition through event signage, marketing materials, social media, and our website while receiving two complimentary tickets to enjoy the event with your team or guests.


Silver Sponsor | $1,500

Show your support with recognition on event signage, promotional materials, social media, and our website while helping make this community event possible.

Ready to Become a Sponsor?

Choose the sponsorship level that's right for your business, then contact Allison Tamplen to reserve your sponsorship or ask any questions. We'd love to partner with you to make this year's Hope Chili Classic a success.