Chili’s announces $150 million commitment to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Published: Sep. 8, 2026 at 1:04 PM CDT

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Chili’s has pledged to help raise $150 million for research and treatment at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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Chili's restaurant(PR Newswire)

Distributed over the next 15 years, the funding will help support the new Chili’s Clinical Center at St. Jude, which is set to open in February 2027.

The President of Chili’s wrote the following:

The President and CEO of ALSAC made the following statement:

As part of Chili’s pledge, throughout September, guests can purchase a Create-A-Pepper coloring sheet for a $1, $5, $10 or $25 donation, with 100% of proceeds benefiting St. Jude.

Every dollar supports research and treatment at St. Jude, including treatment, travel, housing and food for patients.

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