The Autism Society of Greater Cleveland is pleased to announce the 17th annual ASGC Chili Cook-Off!
This year’s event will be held on Thursday, April 23, 2026, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Holiday Inn South, 6001 Rockside Rd, Independence, OH 44131. Your support of this event will help us to provide resources, monthly parent meetings, and programming for children, teens and adults with Autism and their families.
Every year, thousands of families will begin a lifelong journey with Autism. This event helps provide services to the children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Money raised is used locally in Northeast Ohio area to help support, educate, and raise Autism awareness. In recent years, your donations and money raised from the Chili Cook-Off have been instrumental in providing adaptive playground equipment, and sponsoring the Learning to Bike Program, Community Outings, Dinners & Dances, Glee Clubs, Cooking & Painting classes, Transition Expos, 5K Races, and Holiday Celebrations.
ASGC will also contribute some of the proceeds from the Chili Cook-Off to S.T.A.R Summer Camp. S.T.A.R Camp is a private, non‐profit organization that provides an inclusive camp for students with disabilities and typical peers. S.T.A.R. Camp’s goal is for individuals with disabilities and typical peers to participate in recreational, academic, and social activities in an inclusive environment. Last year S.T.A.R Camp had over 240 participants, ages 3 to adult.
Historically, the ASGC Chili Cook-Off has drawn over 1,000 participants. There are 40 professional and amateur chefs, local celebrity judges, and media coverage. This year’s event promises to be more exciting with great food, entertainment, and prizes! Tickets to the Cook-Off are $30 per person in advance and $40 at the door and can be purchased online at ASGC.org.
The Autism Society of Greater Cleveland is one of the over 100 affiliates nationwide that is dedicated to increasing awareness about Autism and the day-to-day challenges faced by people with Autism, their families, and the professionals with whom they interact.
For more information, visit the web page HERE.