First place prize: Donut

Winning feels good — but for Homer Simpson, winning and getting a donut? That’s the real jackpot. First Place Prize: Donut is a classic tale of competition, unexpected motivation, and Homer’s undying love for fried dough.

It all begins when the Springfield Nuclear Power Plant

It all begins when the Springfield Nuclear Power Plant announces an employee wellness challenge: whoever walks the most steps in a week wins a gourmet, custom-glazed donut made by the legendary “Donut Daddy” truck visiting town. While most employees scoff at the idea, Homer’s ears perk up. The moment he hears “donut,” he’s all in—even if it means, for the first time in years, actually walking somewhere without a motor.

What follows is a hilarious week

What follows is a hilarious week of Homer attempting to beat out his overly energetic coworkers. He tapes pedometers to Maggie’s stroller, straps them to Santa’s Little Helper, and even fakes power walking in front of Mr. Burns. But after a few failed attempts and some well-placed guilt from Marge and Lisa, he decides to give it an honest try. Surprisingly, Homer starts to enjoy the walks—sort of.

Bart turns into his unofficial coach

Meanwhile, Bart turns into his unofficial coach, shouting “Go, go, go!” from his skateboard, and Lisa calculates his optimal walking routes around town. Even Grampa gets involved, sharing stories of how he used to walk fifteen miles “just to see a donut picture in the newspaper.” The entire Simpson family rallies around Homer’s unusual goal, proving once again that behind the chaos, there’s always a strong current of love.

On the final day of the challenge

On the final day of the challenge, it’s neck and neck. In a dramatic showdown, Homer ties with Lenny—but thanks to a last-minute bathroom sprint, he inches ahead by 100 steps. Victory! As he receives his massive, sprinkle-laden prize, he takes a single bite… and passes out in joy.

Donut is more than just a story about winning

First Place Prize: Donut is more than just a story about winning. It’s about finding motivation in the most unexpected places, the hilarious lengths we’ll go for the things we love, and how sometimes, the sweetest rewards come from genuine effort. And yes—in the end, it’s still all about the donut.