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We are thrilled to invite you to join us for the 19th Annual Chili Cook-Off, hosted by Inland Valley
Recovery Services (IVRS), on October 2, 2026, at Upland City Hall! This beloved community
tradition is filled with great food, friendly competition, and local spirit — but most importantly, it is a
powerful opportunity for our community to come together and change young lives.
This year’s event carries special meaning for IVRS. After years of planning, partnership, and
dedication, we are nearing the finish line in launching our new adolescent residential recovery
program. With support from a California Department of Health Care Services infrastructure grant, we
are completing a brand-new facility designed specifically for adolescents. Once open, this program
will be the first of its kind in San Bernardino County, providing young people with a safe, supportive,
and compassionate place to begin their recovery journey.
Now comes the final and most important push.
The 2026 Chili Cook-Off will help us cross the finish line by raising the funds needed to fully prepare
and furnish this new home for healing. From beds and furnishings to program supplies and
welcoming spaces, your support will help transform a building into a place where adolescents can
find hope, stability, and a second chance at life.
This is where you come in. There are several exciting ways to be part of this important milestone:
• Become a Chili Cook-Off sponsor and showcase your commitment to youth recovery in our
community
• Join us at the event and bring friends, family, and colleagues for an unforgettable day of chili, fun,
and community spirit
• Make a monetary donation if you are unable to attend but still want to support the cause
• Donate an item or experience for our silent auction to help raise even more support
Every contribution brings us one step closer to opening the doors of this life-changing program. All
donations are tax-deductible, and every dollar directly supports adolescents who deserve the
chance to rebuild their lives and futures.
Together, we can make this year’s Chili Cook-Off the most impactful yet — a celebration not only of
community, but of hope, healing, and new beginnings for the youth we serve.
To learn more or get involved, please visit www.inlandvalleyrecovery.org or contact us at
mcastillo@ivdars.org.
Thank you for standing with us and for investing in the future of young people in our community. We
hope you will join us as we celebrate, rally together, and help bring this vital adolescent
recovery program across the finish line.
With gratitude,
Emily Moultrie and Tina K. Hughes