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Bothell's ChiliFest raises money, food for Hopelink

The 2012 ChiliFest, at Bothell
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The 2012 ChiliFest, at Bothell's Evergreen Washelli, played host to hundreds of residents and raised money and food for Hopelink.

By MATT PHELPS
Bothell Reporter Regional Assistant Editor
October 24, 2012 · 9:52 AM

The 2012 ChiliFest, produced by the Greater Bothell Chamber of Commerce, announced Wednesday that the event raised more than $479 and 230 pounds of food for Hopelink.

The non-profit organization said that the donations will provide 408 total meals for families in need.

The sixth annual ChiliFest was a contest in which hundreds of area residents flowed through Evergreen Washelli in downtown Bothell to taste chili brewed by 15 local businesses.

Since 1971, Hopelink has served homeless and low income families, children, seniors and people with disabilities. Hopelink's mission is to promote self-sufficiency for all members of our community and help people make lasting change.

Visit Hopelink's website for more information.

Contact Bothell Reporter Regional Assistant Editor Matt Phelps at editor@bothell-reporter.com or 1-425-483-3732 (ext 5050).

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