Teal Pumpkin Project

Bringing the Magic Back to Halloween

Raising food allergy awareness and offering the option of non-food trinkets and toys in a separate bowl makes Halloween safer and more inclusive for all trick-or-treaters.

How to Spread the Magic

Putting a teal pumpkin on your doorstep means you have non-food treats available, such as glow sticks or small toys. This simple act promotes inclusion for trick-or-treaters with food allergies or other conditions.

Provide non-food treats for your trick-or-treaters on Halloween
Place a teal pumpkin in front of your home (or one of FARE’s free printable signs) to indicate to passersby that you have non-food treats available
Add your address to the Teal Pumpkin Project Map, so kids looking for non-food treats can plan their routes.
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Raising food allergy awareness and offering the option of non-food trinkets and toys in a separate bowl makes Halloween safer and more inclusive for all trick-or-treaters.

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Just because a candy was safe last year does not mean that it will be safe this year. Ingredients can change; read the labels every time.

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Alternative Treats

Non-food treats like glow sticks, bracelets, pencils, crayons, bubbles, Halloween erasers, and more.

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Frequently Asked Questions

I don’t have time to paint a pumpkin teal, what do I do?fare@admin2026-03-26T10:26:11+00:00

I don’t have time to paint a pumpkin teal, what do I do?

Simple—you can print out a free sign from our website to post on your door. You can also look for teal pumpkins to purchase online and at local retail shops.

Can I still pass out candy?fare@admin2026-03-26T10:24:58+00:00

Can I still pass out candy?

Sure—just do it safely! The point of the Teal Pumpkin Project is to make trick-or-treating possible for everyone. You can help keep the experience welcoming by keeping your food treats and non-food treats in separate bowls.

How did the project start?fare@admin2026-03-26T10:23:01+00:00

How did the project start?

The Teal Pumpkin Project was inspired by a local awareness activity run by the Food Allergy Community of East Tennessee (FACET). FARE thanks FACET for their ongoing partnership as we work to reach families across the country and around the world with the Teal Pumpkin Project’s messages of awareness and community.

Why is this important?fare@admin2026-03-26T10:22:02+00:00

Why is this important?

Halloween can be a tricky time for families managing food allergies. Many traditional Halloween treats aren’t safe for children with food allergy, which can cause life-threatening allergic reactions. The Teal Pumpkin Project promotes safety, inclusion and respect of individuals managing food allergies. This worldwide movement offers an alternative for kids with food allergy, as well as other children for whom candy is not an option. It keeps Halloween a fun, positive experience for all!

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