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Sisters Plan March 19 Chili Drive-Thru
The School Sisters of St. Francis are now accepting orders for their first Drive-Thru Chili Dinner, which will be held Thursday, March 19. Proceeds from the fundraiser will support the sisters’ hunger ministries locally, across the country, and around the world.
“Every meal you purchase becomes an act of kindness, offering nourishment and hope to those who need it most,” said Holly Danen, director of donor engagement for the sister’s International Office of Mission Advancement. “Together, we can warm hearts and fill bowls!”
A special event webpage has been set up to receive orders now. Guests can choose to order a one-quart chili dinner that feeds two people, or a two-quart dinner for four people. After choosing your dinner size, you’ll also be able to choose between meat or vegetarian chili options.
All orders come with all the fixins for a hearty meal, plus a reusable quilted soup cozy made by Sister Joyce Ann Panos, which is great for handling hot bowls and microwaveable items. The entire order will be conveniently packed in a portable tote, making it easy to pick up the ready-to-eat dinner kit and enjoy at home.
Meals will be ready for pickup on March 19 between 12 noon and 6 p.m. at St. Joseph Center, the sisters’ international motherhouse. Guests can enter the center’s parking lot at South 29th Street and West Orchard Street, one block south of Greenfield Avenue. Staff will bring your order to your car to get you on your way quickly.
“You can stay in your car, pick up a comforting meal, and know that your purchase helps feed the hungry in Milwaukee and around the world,” Holly said. “It’s convenience, comfort, and community impact all wrapped into one.”
March 19 is also the Feast of St. Joseph, the international congregation’s patron saint, and guests are warmly welcomed to join the sisters for weekday Mass at 4 p.m. in St. Joseph Chapel.
The sisters are requesting that guests visit the event website to place their order by Monday, March 9. Donations to support the sisters’ ministries can also be made on the dinner order page or on the sisters’ website.
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