Fire In The Park Chili Cook Off to CURE

02/01/2026

📸 Life Through The Lens absolutely crushed it.

From setup to teardown, Janet captured the entire day beautifully; the moments, the energy, and all the memories in between.

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So grateful for her talent and support 💙

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01/31/2026

❤️🌶️ What a day. What a community. What a cause. 🌶️❤️

This year’s Chili Cook Off to CURE was one of the most competitive and inspiring events we’ve ever had. So many new winners, familiar teams back at it again, and several teams just points away from the podium. That level of passion, commitment, and friendly rivalry is exactly what makes this event so special. We are incredibly grateful to every team who shows up year after year, we truly couldn’t do this without you.

A huge THANK YOU to our sponsors whose generosity makes this event possible. Your support allows us to bring the community together, create an unforgettable experience, and most importantly, raise critical funds for pediatric cancer research benefiting the For Kids' Sake Foundation Inc.

Because of YOU, the teams, sponsors, volunteers, and community, we are incredibly proud to announce that $22,149.57 will be donated to the For Kids' Sake Foundation Inc. this year. That impact goes far beyond a single day and directly supports children and families who need it most.

And finally, this incredible volunteer team. The people behind the scenes who donate their time, energy, and hearts every single year. Together, we don’t just host an event, we create something meaningful that brings people together for a cause bigger than all of us.

To everyone who attended, competed, sponsored, volunteered, donated, or simply showed up to support, thank you. This community continues to amaze us, and we are beyond grateful.

💙 Interested in being part of this incredible cause?
If you’d like to become a sponsor or get involved in future events, we’d love to hear from you.

📅 SAVE THE DATE
🌶️ 13th Annual Chili Cook Off to CURE
🗓️ January 30, 2027

We’ll see you next year… and we’re already fired up 🔥

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01/25/2026

Let’s hear it for Quietly Making Chili our People’s Choice winners and Team Spirit Award champs! One of the largest, loudest, and most energetic teams that shows up year after year, they are anything but quiet. Incredible vibes, nonstop energy, and seriously amazing chili—this team brings it every single time. We’re grateful for their passion, their presence, and for helping make this event as electric as it is year after year. cookofftocure

01/25/2026

Caught a great interview with Reese while the Mardi Gras band was absolutely bringing the energy in the background—and she was a total natural. Confident, polished, and even managed to sneak in a perfectly timed short joke aimed at Eric, our fearless emcee and mortgage guru from Kohler Mortgages 😄. Great vibes, great music, and moments like this are what make the day so special.

01/25/2026

Huge thanks to Team SBK for sponsoring our event T-shirts and showing up in a big way. Known for their real estate expertise and their award-winning smoked chicken chili, they proved they know how to deliver—on and off the field. We’re grateful for their support, their generosity, and for helping make this event one to remember!

01/25/2026

Huge thanks to Kavaliro, our Cash Prize Sponsor, for bringing the heat in every way possible. From their spicy chili to a team that’s always on fire 🔥 , they showed up ready to compete and have a great time. Just like in staffing, they know how to deliver when it matters most. We’re grateful for their support, their energy, and for helping make this event unforgettable!

01/25/2026

Big thanks to Jason from Aqua Bins Exterior Cleaning Services, proud Rotary Club of Avalon Park member, our Beer Koozie sponsor and the only guy who can talk pressure washing and hand out cotton candy at the same time. While the kids were getting sugar highs, Jason was out here keeping our neighborhood spotless—because nobody cleans things up better than a pressure-washing pro. Great guy, great business, and a whole lot of heart behind the hose. We’re grateful for your support and for always keeping Avalon Park looking fresh!

01/25/2026

A big thank you to Joe, owner of Avalon Insurance Services, for sponsoring our wristbands and supporting such a great cause. Your generosity helped keep everything running smoothly and made it easy for everyone to enjoy the day. We’re grateful for your continued support and for being such an important part of the Avalon Park community.

01/25/2026

Huge thanks to the Avalon Park Group - Orlando, FL, our Master of Ceremony sponsor, for helping set the tone for an incredible day. Great chili, great people, and an even greater community. Avalon Park continues to thrive because of the vision, leadership, and heart of this organization and its team. We’re grateful for your support, your energy, and for being such a big part of what makes this community so special

01/25/2026

Big thanks to The White Agency, Inc. for sponsoring our Co****le Tournament and bringing the fun to a whole new level. Jake White somehow managed to give an interview while grilling Twinkies—and yes, it was every bit as legendary as it sounds. Great people, great energy, and an unforgettable moment that perfectly captured the spirit of the day. We’re grateful for your support and for keeping things deliciously entertaining

01/25/2026

A huge thank you to our Title Sponsor, 11th Hour Printing Solutions, for their incredible support and for bringing so much energy and fun to the event. The wigs, the laughs, and the great vibes were just as memorable as your generosity. We’re truly grateful for your partnership and for helping make the day such a success for an amazing cause. We couldn’t do this without you.

01/25/2026

A huge thank you to Natera for helping bring big smiles and endless fun to our Kids Zone! We’re especially grateful to Dan Sperry for taking the time to share his story and insights during his interview—it means a lot to our event and our mission. Your support helps create an unforgettable experience for families while making a real impact in the fight against pediatric cancer. We couldn’t do this without partners like you. 💙