The Chili Cook-Off is Roosevelt's beloved event involving our entire community of family and friends! It is the PTA’s major source of funding. 

 

This FUNdraiser takes place annually on the first Sunday in October.  This year it will be Sunday, October 4th, 2026, 11 am - 3 pm. 

 

To donate or buy tickets to events, visit the Chili Cook-Off Givebacks page.

 

Proceeds from the auction and the CCO go towards art classes, assemblies, classroom supplies, curriculum garden, field trips, library books, playground equipment, science challenges, technology upgrades and more. We hope that every Roosevelt family can donate volunteer hours or gifts to make this day a success and continue the tradition!

 

We need your help to pull off an amazing Chili Cook Off! This fundraiser cannot happen without the volunteers that help us run it. Please make sure to sign-up for a shift (form here).  Whether it’s before, during or after the event; inside or outside - there’s something for everyone! You can help out while your kid plays and everyone is a winner! Please contact Jen (jen.freiman@gmail.com) or Stephanie (sweisner@gmail.com) if you have volunteering questions.  

 

There is also a Chili Cook Off auction - and we need families to donate events and experiences!  If you have a fun event idea or are open to hosting please contact Jennifer (jen.polidoroff@gmail.com) or Stephanie (stephanie.lynn.eng@gmail.com). 
 
We're on the hunt for talented chili chefs to compete in this year's event.  Cook up to 5 gallons of your best chili and serve it at the event for a chance to win Best Chili, Best Name, Best Presentation, and more.  Interested? Contact Bermet (pearlkg312@gmail.com), Jessica (jessica.marie.miller.phillips@gmail.com), or Meredith (meredithmell@gmail.com) for details.
 
 
 
 
Please visit https://www.rooseveltchili.com/ or contact Christine Kirk (christine.marie08@gmail.com) or Mandy Chen (mandy.law.chen@gmail.com) for more information.