Winners
Kailee Karr Kansas City Missouri
Kailiee - also known as “Hot Dog Girl” in certain parts of Tennessee – is a comedian and self-proclaimed hot dog influencer who knows that a hot dog can force a smile just as much as a good joke. Throughout the pandemic, Kailee would often throw on her hot dog suit and go for a jog, which caused many people to pause and look … and then of course smile. Read her winning essay here.
Dom Replogle Orem, Utah
Dom is a father of four, an award-winning teacher and an all-American hot dog lover. Dom always finds an excuse to enjoy a frank. He keeps a hot dog toaster in his classroom, orders the “Candacedog” at every one of his girl’s basketball games and pushed for corndogs at his wedding reception. His July 4th hot dog extravaganza was one for the books. DOGS ON! Read his winning essay here.
Gary Seiffer Poinciana, Florida
Gary has traveled the world seeking the finest tube steaks – sampling franks from Japan, Germany, northern and southern Europe and across the Americas. He’s tried most of what the world has had to offer and won’t turn down any hot dog … except the tofu dog. Read his winning essay here.
Wendy Woeckener Pleasantville, New York
Wendy is a hot dog fanatic in New York best known for creating Wendy’s Annual Hotdog Crawl with her sister. It started with Wendy and her friends traversing New York City, stopping at all the great local hot dog spots. But after its fourth year, she had more than 70 participants and raised $3,000 for the Foodbank for New York City. Read her winning essay here.
Jackie Zebrowski Los Angeles, California
Jackie knows that a hot dog can be the center piece of a community. She helped build a Boys and Girls Club chapter in her hometown and spread love through barbecues and community gatherings. Sometimes joining a club and making new friends is hard for young kids, but Jackie knew getting a hot dog in every hand is the perfect ice breaker! Read her winning essay here.
