During these unprecendented times, we ask you to consider making direct donations to The River or Sunshine Place food pantries, so that families who are faced with economic hardships can get immediate assistance.

We actively participate in Stewardship project through Lutheran World Relief. Quilts, School Kits, and Personal Care Kits  are assembled each year. 

In 2026, we sent to Lutheran World Relief:

96 Quilts

200 School Kits

104 Personal Care Kits

We are currently gathering supplies for the 2027 year for Personal Care Kits and School Kits.

FOOD PANTRY

LUTHERAN WORLD RELIEF

​Again this year, Burke Lutheran Church participated in LOVE DANE day of service in cooperation with the DeForest Schools. On Saturday, August 15, 2026, we helped the teachers prepare materials for the school year, and we helped clean up the grounds around Yahara Elementary School. Please keep an eye out for information about next year's day of service and join us if you are able.

QUILTING

LOVE DANE

Burke Quilters made 96 quilts to send to Lutheran World Relief. Over 90 adult and 33 toddler quilts were made and given to River Food Pantry. In addition, 6 quilts were given to Veterans and 1 quilt was given for a baptism. Our quilters meet every Wednesday from 9:00am until noon.