GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The weather is getting chilly, making it the perfect time for some chili!
Downtown Goldsboro was filled with the aroma of homemade chili on Saturday, Oct. 24, as the Community Soup Kitchen of Goldsboro hosted its Annual Really Chili Challenge.
The annual fundraiser brought teams and community members together for a friendly competition, with participants showcasing their favorite homemade chili recipes while supporting a worthy cause.
The event serves as an important fundraiser for the Community Soup Kitchen, with 100% of the proceeds going directly back into the organization to help provide meals for those in need.
The Goldsboro Police Department took home first-place honors in this year’s competition, while T A Loving Company earned second place and Germ Chili Flavor Cure finished third.
T A Loving Company also received the award for Best Booth, while Cornerstone Church was named the People’s Choice winner.
2026 Really Chili Challenge Winners:
- 1st Place: Goldsboro Police Department
- 2nd Place: T A Loving Company
- 3rd Place: Germ Chili Flavor Cure
- Best Booth: T A Loving Company
- People’s Choice: Cornerstone Church
Beyond the competition, the Really Chili Challenge highlights the importance of community support for the Soup Kitchen and its mission to help individuals and families facing food insecurity.
The Community Soup Kitchen of Goldsboro serves lunch six days a week, Monday through Saturday, beginning at 11 a.m.
Through events like the Really Chili Challenge, the organization continues to bring the community together while raising funds to help feed those in need.
Congratulations to all the winners and participating teams for helping make this year’s event a success!
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