Get ready— Akron Rotary’s 36th Annual Chili Open Golf Classic is almost here, and we need your support. The event will be held at Hale Farm & Village, on February 7, 2026, from 9am-3pm, and is presented by Wayne Homes and will be benefit Rotary Camp for Children with Special Needs.
Funding from the Chili Open help ensures that no camper is ever turned away from Akron Rotary Camp due to inability to pay. The Chili Open provides significant operational camperships for families who otherwise would not have the opportunity to send their child with special needs to camp.
Your involvement as a Rotarian will assist in helping to send children and adults with disabilities to summer day and overnight camps, as well as year-round respite programs. For over 101 years, Rotary Camp has been a viable resource for the Akron community, in providing campers with the opportunities to experience traditional camping activities, develop friendships, learn life skills and create memories that will last a lifetime.
The easiest way to support the cause is by purchasing Raffle Tickets.
1st prize is a 2026 Buick Envista Preferred, or $17,000 cash; 2nd prize is a $2,500 Flooring Credit; and 3rd prizes is a North Course Foursome Package.
Tickets are only $20 each, with a bonus of 1 extra ticket, 6 for $100, this year! Any individual purchasing six (6) Chili Open raffle tickets (for a total of $100.00) will be automatically entered into the Chili Open SNOWMANIA drawing for a chance of winning $50,000. This is in addition to the six (6) chances for the regular drawing.
For SNOWMANIA to go live we need 6-inches of newly fallen snow accumulation on February 21, 2026, between 12:01am and 11:59pm at the Akron-Canton Airport, Ohio as independently determined by Weather Command.
Purchase tickets today at Chiliopen.net, or call Akron Rotary Camp at 330-644-4512.
Tickets must be purchased by February 7th, 1pm to be included in the drawing. Raffle winners will be announced at the Chili Open. Winner need not be present to win.
Other ways to support the Chili Open would be through sponsorships, donations, or register as a golfer or foursome. For registration information and to learn more about the Chili Open, please visit chiliopen.net.
SILENT AUCTION
We will also again have a great Silent Auction, including a Wheelbarrow of Cheer. To register, please text 36chiliopen to 76278.
We sincerely appreciate your support in ensuring that this year's Chili Open remains a success for the Rotary Club of Akron, benefiting the campers at Akron Rotary Camp! Together, we are "Creating a world where there are only abilities!"
Yours in Rotary,
Katy Miller and Michael Gladysz
Co – Chairs, 2026 Chili Open Golf Classic