BOARDMAN, Ohio - A sausage eating contest will be held at the Southern Park Mall outside of the Youngstown Clothing Company Storefront on Monday, Nov. 8 at 4:00 p.m. with all proceeds going to a cause.

The event is part of the YOlympics, a series of activities organized by HD Davis CPAs. Since 2019, the accounting firm has collectively voted on an organization for their HD Change Campaign.

This year's recipient will be the Melina Michelle Edenfield Foundation, which is dedicated to raising money for for research and development on a cure for pediatric cancer.

Teams have already registered to compete, but individuals can still pay $5 per person for a chance to be selected as a contestant as well.

Additionally, attendees can also support the cause by participating in a silent auction that will simultaneously be held at the event.

Other activities for the YOlympics include three-legged races, archery and bocce. These activities will continue through mid-November.