The South Carolina Chili Cookoff Championship Committee presented a record $28,200 to six local non-profit organizations during Standpipe Sounds on June 9.  Checks were presented by co-chairs Lisa & Gene Jameson and Eleanor & Richard Dorn.  Each organization helped organize and run the event and received $4,700.

• Belton Interfaith Ministries
• Belton American Legion Post No. 51
• Belton Area Museum Association
• Belton Center for the Arts
• Masonic Lodge #130
• Belton Alliance

Gene Jameson, who is retiring as co-chair of the event after 10 years, said:  “The Chili Cookoff is a great event for Belton.  It provides exposure for our community, attracts tourists to Belton, gets local citizens involved, and provides much needed funding for key non-profit organizations serving our community.  We appreciate the efforts of these non-profit organizations and well as the support of our sponsors, committee members, the City of Belton, Anderson County and the Belton community!”

The 2027 South Carolina Chili Cookoff is scheduled for April 17.  Tammy Roberts will served as the new event chair person.