Hand in Hand Chili Cookoff Fundraiser

Hand in Hand will host its largest fundraiser of the year, a family-friendly chili cook-off, on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026, at the Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds.

The annual event, will take place from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Fair Center and feature at least 15 chili teams competing for top honors. Guests are invited to sample a variety of chili recipes, vote for their favorites and enjoy activities for all ages.

In addition to chili tasting, the event will include a silent auction, raffles and children’s activities. A limited number of take-home sensory kits will be available for children and include a stress ball, fidget toy, earplugs, crayons and coloring sheets. The afternoon will conclude with chili awards recognizing the top teams.

Proceeds from the Chili Cook-Off benefit Hand in Hand programs that are accessible to all, including child care, school-age programs, evening and weekend recreation and respite services, summer camp, and the organization’s Teens with Purpose and People with Purpose programs.