Loving Outreach · Back of the Yards, Chicago
Faith, put into action, for our neighbors.
Port Ministries meets the needs of mind, body, and spirit for under-resourced neighbors in Back of the Yards, Englewood, and Gage Park — one meal, one visit, one relationship at a time.
Sun · Sept 27
This Fall
Fall Harvest of Hope
Music, food, drinks, raffles & games — a festive day supporting our neighbors.
12 noon – 4:00 p.m.
115 Bourbon Street
3359 W 115th St,
Merrionette Park, IL 60803
$50 adult / $25 child in advance · $60 at the door
About Port Ministries
Our Mission Statement
Inspired by St. Francis and the Franciscan Charism, the Port Ministries mission is to provide the fundamental needs of the mind, body, and spirit. The organization addresses these needs through a series of programs and services that holistically work together to serve the under-resourced and under-served residents of the local communities (Back of the Yards, Englewood, Gage Park).
No one envisioned the rich network of ministries that would develop when Father Augustin Milon, OFM, founded a one-room soup kitchen in Chicago’s Back of the Yards neighborhood on May 26, 1985. In a neighborhood stricken by violence, homelessness, drug abuse, gang activity and abandoned buildings, Port Ministries has listened and responded to the pressing needs of the local community with a Catholic spirit of loving outreach.
Our goal is to put faith into action, addressing the underlying issues that limit the potential of these communities and their residents.
Spirit
Rooted in the Franciscan charism, prayer, presence, and loving outreach open to all faiths
Body
Hot meals and medical attention through our clinic, meeting physical needs with dignity
Mind
Holistic programs that build knowledge, stability, and opportunity
What We Do
Programs that meet our neighbors where they are.
Port Ministries turns its mission into direct meals, care, and responsive neighborhood programs.
The Bread Truck
Our mobile Bread Truck distributes lunches directly into the neighborhoods that need them most — no barriers, no wait.
Community Clinic
Medical attention for neighbors who would otherwise go without — care offered freely, in a spirit of loving outreach.
Community Programs
From our founding soup kitchen forward, an evolving network of services responds to whatever our neighbors need next.
Sunday, September 27th
Fall Harvest
of Hope
Music, food, drinks, raffles, and games. Bring the whole family, friends, and neighbors to enjoy a festive day supporting The Port Ministries.
When
12 Noon – 4:00 PM
Sunday, September 27, 2026
Where
115 Bourbon Street
3359 W 115th St, Merrionette Park, IL 60803
On The Day
Music · Food · Drinks
Raffles & games for all ages
Ticket Pricing
| Ticket | Prior to Event | Price at The Door |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | $50 | $60 |
| Child (6–20 years) | $25 | $25 |
Click the button, Scan the QR code, or contact Jesus Palafox at 773-280-6267 to buy tickets.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsor The Harvest
Every sponsorship funds lunches from our Bread Truck, medical attention through our clinic, and more — with your name recognized on-site and in the program.
Premium Sponsorships
Presenting Sponsor
Company name in event title · 1 reserved table (10 tickets)
$10,000
Mission Sponsor
8 event tickets
$5,000
Neighbor Sponsor
4 event tickets
$2,500
Premium sponsors also receive company name/logo on banners & promotional materials at registration, and recognition in the event program.
Additional Opportunities
Bread Truck Sponsor
2 event tickets · Recognition in program
$1,000
Compassion Sponsor
Recognition in program
$500
Hope Sponsor
Recognition in program
$250
In-Kind Donation
Donate a basket or item for our raffle / silent auction · recognition in program
All donations are tax deductible · Tax ID 36-3384385
Give & Register
Ways You Can Take Part In The Mission
Register online in minutes, or mail your ticket, sponsorship, or gift-basket form directly to our team.
Mail Your Form & Check To
The Port Ministries (Attn. Jesus Palafox)
5013 S Hermitage Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
Call Us
773-280-6267
Email Us
jpalafox@theportchicago.org
Payment
Check payable to The Port Ministries, or click the link to pay online.