We serve a free community meal every Sunday from 4 to 6 pm in Walker House at 724 Walnut Street, Murphysboro, Illinois. A team of 18 volunteers serve home-cooked food to guests at their table on porcelain plates with stainless tableware. We focus on making our guests feel welcome, comfortable, and appreciated.
During 2023 we served over 5,000 meals to more than 400 different people at an average of 112 guests per week. Four of every five guests live on incomes below the Federal poverty level, one of every five are under the age of 18, and one of every four are members of our minority community.
MENU FOR SUNDAY May 5, 2024
Cinco de Mayo Casserole
Tortilla Chips
Salsa
Lemon Bars
Choice of Beverage
We serve a fundraising meal every Monday from 5 to 7 pm in Walker House at 724 Walnut Street, Murphysboro, Illinois. We request a minimum donation of $12 per person to cover the cost of the meal and we ask guests to PAY IT FORWARD by making a larger contribution to help us pay for the free meals we provide every Sunday.
We named this event to honor Jessie Wall Daniel (1899-1986) who was always willing to help people in need. Jessie lived in the house at 724 Walnut Street with her family most of her life. She continued the tradition of community outreach started by her mother Mary Alexander Wall (1869-1944).
MENU FOR MONDAY May 6, 2024
Caesar Salad
Manicotti
Steamed Broccoli
Garlic Bread
Strawberry Delight
Choice of Beverage
Organizations donate $500 to sponsor Dinner on the House for one month.