Ecumenical Ministries Chili for Charity is set to celebrate its 15th year on Saturday, February 28.  The affordable and family-friendly annual fundraiser will be held at Oak Hollow Farm 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Last year more than 2,000 attended the celebration.

"Our event marks a milestone for EMI...15 years of partnering with our neighbors for our chili cook-off and 45 years of EMI's service to our community." said Sally Deane, EMI Executive Director.  Em and Joe Johnson graciously return as the $5000 event sponsors, WABF Radio manager and on-air personality Lori DuBois and Mark are back again keeping things lively as emcees, WHEP radio personality, Kenny Graves will conduct live interviews, Blind Dog Mike and the Howlers entertain in the barn while volunteers sell home baked goods provided by local church women and other supporters. Antique tractors are on display outside along with the balloon man and huge, colorful inflatables, hayrides and the popular mechanical bull.

General admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children.  A $30 ticket includes admission plus a pottery bowl provided by one of a variety of local potters.  Susie Bowman, owner of the Kiln, is once again coordinating the pottery donations.  Prizes for top five winners of the cook-off will be provided by Tom Jones Pottery.

Entry fee for chili teams is $75 for businesses and $40 for families or individuals.  Sponsors are needed at every level.  For more information about tickets or participation as a chili team or sponsor, call 251-928-3430. All proceeds benefit the social service programs of EMI, a United Way agency.