45TH ANNUAL WILLISTON API CHILI COOK-OFF
Saturday, March 28, 2026
Raymond Family Community Center | Williston, ND
21+ ONLY | Valid ID Required
The Williston Basin API Chapter is proud to host the 45th Annual API Chili Cook-Off, a signature community event that brings people together while raising critical funds for local organizations, scholarships, and charitable programs throughout the Bakken.
2025 EVENT RECAP
The 44th Annual Chili Cook-Off exceeded all expectations.
- 22 competing chili teams
- 100+ sponsors
- 1,500+ attendees
- Over $110,000 raised for scholarships and community programs
Thanks to this incredible support, funds were distributed to impactful causes across our region.
WHERE THE MONEY GOES
Proceeds from the API Chili Cook-Off directly benefit the following programs and organizations.
API Scholarship Program
Giving Hearts Day donations, including:
- Coyote Clay Target League
- Upper Missouri Ministries
- Eckert Youth Home
- Salvation Army
Community support, including:
- Williston Flyers Pee Wee Hockey
- Korner Lions
- Family Crisis Shelter
- Keene Volunteer Fire Department
- Kids Day Out Foundation
- WHS After Prom
- Williston Regional Economic Development (WRED)
Your support helps strengthen the Bakken and invest in the future of our community.
HOW TO SPONSOR
The Chili Cook-Off is one of two major annual fundraisers for the Williston Basin API Chapter. Sponsorship support fuels scholarships, charitable giving, and community investments throughout the year.
Whether you’re a long-time supporter or a first-time sponsor, your involvement makes a real difference.
2026 MARKETING DEADLINES
March 6, 2026
Official poster, radio advertising, and social media
March 20, 2026
On-site event display marketing
Contributions received after these dates will still be included in post-event thank-you advertising.
No logo provided is no problem. Your company name will be used.
2026 SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
Bakken Rockstar Sponsor – $2,500
Includes all Bakken Trophy / Games Sponsor benefits
Announced throughout the event
Bakken Trophy / Games Sponsor – $1,500
Includes all Black Gold Sponsor benefits
Announced during games and trophy presentations
Black Gold Sponsor – $1,000
Includes all Platinum Sponsor benefits
Announced during chili games
Diamond Sponsor – $500
Includes pre-event radio advertising
Gold Sponsor – $350
Listed on the official event poster
Silver Sponsor – $200
Company announced during the event
Bronze Sponsor – $100
Advertising on the API website
Company logo displayed on Chili Cook-Off digital media
THANK YOU
A sincere thank you to our sponsors, volunteers, teams, and attendees. Your generosity allows the Williston Basin API Chapter to continue making a lasting impact in our community.
We look forward to seeing you at the 45th Annual API Chili Cook-Off on March 28, 2026.
