Glorioso's Donates $2,000 to Ignite the Spirit
The Milwaukee market's donation followed a fundraiser selling a limited-edition chicken tortellini meal created with the Milwaukee Fire Department.
Updated on Nov. 4, 2026 in Philanthropy
Glorioso's Italian Market donated $2,000 to Ignite the Spirit-Milwaukee on Tuesday, following an October 21-27 fundraiser that sold a limited-edition chicken tortellini meal. The meal was created by Glorioso's Chef Tony and Milwaukee Fire Department's Joe Schauer.
Why it matters
The donation marks the second year Glorioso's and the Milwaukee Fire Department have collaborated on a fundraiser for the nonprofit. The partnership directs proceeds from a local food sale to a community organization in Milwaukee.
Customers purchased the chicken tortellini meal 170 times, generating $1,700 that was pledged in full to the nonprofit. Glorioso's added $300 on top, bringing the total donation to $2,000.
The players
Glorioso's Italian Market
A Milwaukee-area Italian market and deli known for its prepared foods and longtime community involvement.
Milwaukee Fire Department
The municipal fire service serving the City of Milwaukee, which partnered with Glorioso's on the fundraiser for the second consecutive year.
The details
Presta and Glorioso's team presented the check to Joe Flick at Milwaukee Fire Station 28. The market pledged to donate 100% of proceeds from the limited-edition meal to Ignite the Spirit-Milwaukee.
Timeline
October 21-27: Limited-edition chicken tortellini fundraiser runs.
Tuesday, November 3: Glorioso's presents $2,000 donation at Milwaukee Fire Station 28.
Market Landscape
Local food businesses partnering with first-responder agencies on charity menu items is a recurring model in Milwaukee's community fundraising. This fundraiser follows that pattern, with Glorioso's directing 100% of meal proceeds to a named local nonprofit.
Milwaukee residents who buy from Glorioso's can support local charitable causes through participating limited-edition menu items. The fundraiser shows how everyday food purchases can route money directly to community nonprofits.
The takeaway
Community fundraisers tied to everyday purchases can channel money to local causes without requiring separate donations. Checking whether local businesses run similar charity menu items is a practical way to support nonprofits in your area.
Further reading
For more local giving stories, see Philanthropy coverage across Milwaukee.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Urban Milwaukee.
