San Antonio, July 25, 2025
News Summary
San Antonio is preparing for the tenth edition of the Peanut Butter Bowl, an annual event that unites Texas high school football communities to combat hunger. Scheduled for August 28–30, this initiative promotes athletic competition while collecting food donations for local families in need. Since its inception in 2016, the event has gathered over 364,000 jars of peanut butter, significantly aiding food assistance efforts for nearly 1.5 million Texans. The competition’s excitement continues with schools vying for the Champions Cup, engaging their communities in a meaningful cause.
San Antonio is gearing up for the return of the Peanut Butter Bowl, celebrating its tenth year from August 28–30, 2025. This annual event stands out for its unique mission: uniting high school football communities across Texas in a concerted effort to combat hunger. The initiative not only promotes athletic competition but also generates crucial food donations for those in need.
Initially launched in 2016 as a single match between the Johnson Jaguars and the Brandeis Broncos, the Peanut Butter Bowl has significantly expanded over the years. In 2024, participation swelled to 104 high schools statewide, showcasing a growing commitment to fighting food insecurity through community engagement.
Since its inception, the Peanut Butter Bowl has successfully gathered over 364,000 jars of peanut butter, translating to an impressive 182 tons of food. These donations have played a vital role in assisting nearly 1.5 million Texans facing food scarcity issues. Each participating school selects a local food pantry or nonprofit organization to receive the peanut butter collected during the event, ensuring that contributions directly benefit communities in need.
Individuals wishing to contribute can donate jars in person or support the cause online at PeanutButterBowl.com, where a donation of $2 covers the cost of a jar. Organizers emphasize the nutritious and kid-friendly aspects of peanut butter, which can provide essential sustenance for families dealing with food insecurity.
For the upcoming year, a new feature has been added—a weekly livestream ranking show on Facebook Live, enhancing visibility for participating schools. Each year, the school that collects the highest number of jars is awarded the prestigious Champions Cup. Notably, no school has yet repeated as the winner, maintaining suspense and competition among participants.
Participation is not limited to San Antonio, as the Peanut Butter Bowl has also expanded its reach to areas including Austin, Corpus Christi, Copperas Cove, and the Rio Grande Valley. The first-ever Peanut Butter Bowl in the Houston area is set to feature a match between Cypress Woods and Katy Taylor. Schools will begin collecting jars during the week leading up to their specific games, harnessing community spirit to contribute positively toward addressing hunger.
In the previous year’s competition, Boerne Champion emerged victorious, amassing an astonishing 24,535 jars of peanut butter. The excitement among the participating coaches highlights their eagerness to engage their players in a meaningful fight against hunger through this creative initiative that blends sports with social responsibility.
FAQ
What is the Peanut Butter Bowl?
The Peanut Butter Bowl is an annual event where Texas high schools collect peanut butter donations to help fight hunger in local communities through football games.
When is the Peanut Butter Bowl taking place in 2025?
The Peanut Butter Bowl will occur from August 28 to August 30, 2025.
How can I donate peanut butter?
Donations can be made in person by dropping off jars or online at PeanutButterBowl.com, where $2 equals one jar of peanut butter.
How many jars of peanut butter have been collected since the event started?
Since its launch in 2016, the Peanut Butter Bowl has collected over 364,000 jars of peanut butter.
Which school won the most jars last year?
Boerne Champion won the last competition, collecting an impressive 24,535 jars of peanut butter.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Dates | August 28–30, 2025 |
| Launch Year | 2016 |
| Participating Schools (2024) | 104 |
| Total Peanut Butter Collected | 364,000 jars |
| Food Assisted | Nearly 1.5 million Texans |
| Last Year’s Winner | Boerne Champion |
| Jars Collected Last Year | 24,535 jars |
| Donation Options | In-person or online ($2 = 1 jar) |
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- Fox San Antonio
- Wikipedia: Peanut Butter Bowl
- San Antonio Express-News
- Google Search: Peanut Butter Bowl
- KRIS TV
- Google Scholar: Peanut Butter Bowl
- Spectrum Local News
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Peanut Butter Bowl
- Austin American-Statesman
- Google News: Peanut Butter Bowl
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