Planning a fundraiser that stands out and draws excitement is essential to making your event a success. If you want to spice things up—literally—a chili-themed fundraiser with Hot Pops as the star of the show is a fun and engaging way to bring people together while raising money for a great cause. Hot Pops are CIMA Confections’ famous chili-infused lollipops that pack just the right amount of heat, making them the perfect addition to a chili-themed event.
Build Excitement with a “Spicy Candy Taste Test” Booth
Your Hot Pops spicy candy taste test booth will be a central attraction at the event. Create different “levels of heat” by offering Hot Pops along with a few other spicy treats. Guests can start mild and work their way up to the hottest options. Provide fun challenges, like “Can You Handle the Heat?” where participants try to keep a straight face while tasting the spiciest lollipop. Reward those who complete the test with small prizes like mini lollipop bags or event-themed badges.
Organize a Chili Cook-Off
Ask local restaurants, families, or chefs to compete by cooking their best chili. Participants pay a small entry fee to have their chili judged, with attendees tasting and voting for their favorite. Set up tasting stations where guests can sample each chili and vote on categories like “Best Overall,” “Most Creative,” and “Spiciest.” Award winners with trophies or themed prizes, like gift baskets containing Hot Pops and other Yummy Lix Lollipop flavors.
Host Chili-Themed Games
Get everyone involved with some chili-themed games and activities.
- “Hot Pepper Hunt” – Similar to an Easter egg hunt, hide Hot Pops around the venue and have participants search for them. The person who finds the most Hot Pops wins a special prize.
- “Spicy Trivia” – Create a trivia game with questions about spicy foods, chili peppers, and, of course, Hot Pops. Offer lollipops as prizes for correct answers.
- “Guess the Heat” Contest – Offer samples of chili-based foods or sauces and have participants guess the Scoville heat level. Whoever guesses closest to the actual heat wins!
The Benefits of Chili Peppers (Capsicum annuum) During Flu Season
Chili Peppers have many great benefits, but one of those benefits happens to revolve around the Flu Season. Capsaicin breaks up mucus, which can help effectively relieve coughing and a sore throat. During the Fall season, Flu and the common cold usually start to ramp-up among people. Many look to every solution to curb their common cold or symptoms of the Flu. Adding chili peppers to your diet can be beneficial for your sicknesses.
How CIMA Confections Can Help
At CIMA Confections, we can help you plan your Chili event fundraiser by providing our Hot Pops and other Yummy Lix Lollipop flavors for your event. We believe we can help your fundraiser succeed with a little help from our Yummy Lix Lollipops incorporated as a marketing piece.
If you’re looking to spice-up your next event, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. Contact CIMA Confections at (562)926-6800 today or visit us online for more information!