What Does a Teal Pumpkin Mean
A teal pumpkin displayed on a porch signals that the home offers non-food treats for trick-or-treaters. The color teal is used to raise awareness about food allergies and to include children who cannot safely eat standard candy.
Why People Use the Teal Pumpkin Project
The Teal Pumpkin Project encourages households to provide safe, non-food items such as small toys, stickers, or glow sticks. It helps kids with allergies, diabetes, or other dietary restrictions participate in Halloween without risk.
How to Participate and Recognize Teal Pumpkins
Families can place a teal pumpkin outside and offer alternatives like bubbles, bouncy balls, or crayons. Supporters often list their homes on the Teal Pumpkin Project map so parents can find inclusive houses while trick-or-treating.
For more details on the initiative and participating locations, visit the Food Allergy Research & Education page at foodallergy.org/teal-pumpkin-project.
