This Year, It’s Not About the Chili…
We hope this message finds you safe and well, especially in light of the ongoing challenges facing Malibu and greater Los Angeles communities in the wake of the recent fires. After much thought and with heavy hearts, we’ve made the difficult but necessary decision to forego this year’s Malibu Chili Cook-Off.

As many of you know, this beloved community event is produced by the Boys & Girls Club of Malibu (BGCM) and serves as our largest annual fundraiser. Proceeds support vital year-round programs, including youth enrichment programs, no-cost mental health counseling, and a wide range of wellness support services that reach beyond Club walls and into the broader community.

In moments like these, our hearts are with every individual and family affected. When disaster strikes, our priorities shift. In the aftermath of the Palisades Fire, our team immediately pivoted to support disaster relief and community recovery efforts, standing alongside our neighbors as we began to heal and rebuild.

Canceling the Cook-Off was not a decision we made lightly. We will truly miss the energy, connection, and tradition that it brings each year. But stepping back allows us to focus entirely on what matters most right now: helping our community recover.

Though the Cook-Off is on pause, the BGCM remains steadfast in its efforts to support long-term recovery, designed to restore lives, renew hope, and create pathways to stability.

With YOUR help and generosity, we can make a meaningful impact. Your donation supports critical services such as:

• After School Care & Mentorship Programs
• Crisis Counseling
• School Day Mental Health & Wellness Services
• Essential Supply Distribution
• Whole-Person Trauma-Informed Case Management
  • Public Systems Navigational Support
  • Unmet Needs Assessment & Long-Term Recovery Planning
  • Housing Stabilization Assistance
  • Social Support Services

From the iconic curves of the Pacific Coast Highway to beloved surf breaks and cherished local businesses, our small town has seen profound change. What was once a quiet coastal haven now calls for unity, action, and heart.

Join us in rebuilding the Malibu we all love. Your donation fuels essential recovery efforts, from mental health support to housing assistance and long-term healing.

Your compassion, support, and partnership are the foundation of our recovery. Thank you for standing with us as we navigate these challenges. Together, we will move forward stronger, united, and more resilient. And as for the Malibu Chili Cook-Off…We’ll be back in 2026, better than ever.

With gratitude,
Malibu Chili Cook-Off | Boys & Girls Club of Malibu