10 th annual! THURSDAY, September 27, 2018 AND HOMEBREW CONTEST Chili Challenge: a family-friendly event to generate community and financial support for Boys & Girls Club of Rochester. CHILI MUSIC family ACTIVITIES CRAFT beer Chili Challenge is an event to generate community and financial support for Boys & Girls Club of Rochester. 2,500+ attendees will sample chilies from over 25 participants including local businesses, restaurants, and other community representatives. The event will offer family activities, music, decorated booths, and a variety of chilies and other foods to enjoy. Attendees of our popular Homebrew Contest will sample beer made by dozens of local homebrewers and Rochester s craft breweries!
10 th ANNUAL CHILI CHALLENGE Thursday, September 27, 2018 4 8 pm Peace Plaza, Downtown Rochester, MN Teams can be made up of individuals from businesses and corporations, a group of private individuals with a darn good recipe, or commercial vendors that are willing to pit their talents against anyone all for a great cause! All participants must register in advance and adhere to all rules and regulations set forth by Boys & Girls Club of Rochester and Olmsted County Public Health. Chili entrants are required to be at the Peace Plaza no later than 3:00 pm for judging. Chilies are judged by a panel of judges in the following categories: THE REAL DEAL - any kind of meat or combination of meats, cooked with chili peppers, various other spices, and other ingredients with the exception of items such as beans or spaghetti, which are strictly forbidden ANYTHING GOES - the name says it all VEGETARIAN - a chili made without any meat Each category will have a limited number of entries available - early registration is strongly encouraged! The following categories are judged by the public: PEOPLES CHOICE - people attending the Chili Challenge will vote on their favorite chili CASH COW - team that raises the most cash for Boys & Girls Club of Rochester in their booth s tip jar SPICY SPIRIT - people attending the Chili Challenge will vote on their favorite decorated booth and enthusiastic team KIDS CHOICE - kids attending the Chili Challenge will vote on their favorite chili IS MY DONATION TAX-DEDUCTIBLE? Boys & Girls Club of Rochester is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Please consult with your tax professional regarding the specifics of this charitable contribution and any potential deductions.
EVENT PARTNERS Burnin $10,000 Twelve (12) tickets to the event Premier logo placement on all advertising and event materials, including event program, event signage, and Chili Challenge and Boys & Girls Club of Rochester websites Verbal acknowledgment in all media interviews Twelve (12) guaranteed social media mentions Smokin $5,000 limited to 6 partners Ten (10) tickets to the event Logo placement on all advertising and event materials, including event program, event signage, and Chili Challenge and Boys & Girls Club of Rochester websites Six (6) guaranteed social media mentions Zesty $2,500 limited to 12 partners Eight (8) tickets to the event Logo placement on promotional poster, event program, event signage, and Chili Challenge and Boys & Girls Club of Rochester websites Four (4) guaranteed social media mentions Saucy $1,250 unlimited partners Six (6) tickets to the event Logo placement on promotional poster, event program, event signage, and Chili Challenge and Boys & Girls Club of Rochester websites Three (3) guaranteed social media mentions
CHILI Tasting Bowl Partner $2,500 Exclusive logo placement on 12,000 disposable tasting bowls at the event Eight (8) tickets to the event Logo placement on Chili Challenge website Promoted Participant $600 limited to 6 partners BGCR produced promotional video highlighting your team for use on social media Logo recognition on event signage, event program, and Chili Challenge website Four (4) guaranteed social media mentions Chili Participant* $330 unlimited partners Logo recognition on event signage, event program, and Chili Challenge website One (1) guaranteed social media mention * Each of the three chili categories (Real Deal, Vegetarian & Anything Goes) will have a limited number of entries available. We encourage early registration to ensure you are able to compete in your desired category.
HOMEBREW Contest Partner $5,000 Ten (10) tickets to the event Logo placement on all advertising and event materials, including event program, event signage, and Chili Challenge and Boys & Girls Club of Rochester websites Six (6) guaranteed social media mentions Tasting Cup Partner $2,500 Exclusive logo placement on 3,000 souvenir tasting cups at the event Eight (8) tickets to the event Logo placement on Chili Challenge website Four (4) guaranteed social media mentions Beverage Vendor $1000 limited to 3 partners One booth space for selling beverages (alcoholic & non-alcoholic) Logo placement on event program, signage, and Chili Challenge website Two (2) guaranteed social media mentions Brewery Participant $330 limited to 6 partners One booth space for serving beer samples Logo placement on event program, signage, and Chili Challenge website Two (2) guaranteed social media mentions Homebrew Participant $10 unlimited partners One booth space for serving beer samples One(1) ticket to the event
ENTERTAINMENT Talent Sponsor $1,000 Six (6) tickets to the event Logo placement on promotional poster, event program, event signage, and Chili Challenge and Boys & Girls Club of Rochester websites Three (3) guaranteed social media mentions Heads & Tails Partner $750 Logo recognition on game wristbands, event program, and Chili Challenge website Two (2) guaranteed social media mentions Stage Partner $500 Banner recognition on stage, logo placement on event program, event signage, and Chili Challenge and Boys & Girls Club of Rochester websites Two (2) guaranteed social media mentions Activity Partner $300 unlimited partners Logo recognition on one activity booth, event signage, event program, and Chili Challenge website One banner (up to 4 wide) displayed at event Four (4) tickets to event One (1) guaranteed social media mention
SIGN ME UP! To show your support for Boys & Girls Club of Rochester as a partner or participant for Chili Challenge 2018, please complete the following form and return it to: Boys & Girls Club of Rochester Attn: Chili Challenge 1026 E Center Street Rochester, MN 55904 Please contact Lori Trotman, Director of Marketing & Special Events with any questions about Chili Challenge partnership opportunities. ltrotman@bgclubroch.org 507-226-0107
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