Fall Fundraiser
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growing food together
The mission of The GardenWorks Project is to promote organic suburban agriculture to improve the well-being of our community, the environment, and those facing food insecurity. We empower, educate, and support all food growers in their efforts to nourish their families and neighbors in need.
This Hunger Action Month, join us at our signature fall fundraising event, Harvest Against Hunger.
home gardening for food insecure families
empower
With the goal of increasing the local food systems in the region to improve food security, The GardenWorks Project collaborates with food pantries, social service agencies, and community organizations to grow fresh produce for households facing hunger.
resources for all gardeners
educate
The GardenWorks Project encourages the use of organic growing methods through education, resources, and training. Educational events are taught throughout the year, and the Suburban Agricultural Resource Center, located in West Chicago, houses many of these trainings and Food Growers Network meetings.
support
We believe that local growers can make a significant impact on the quality of food provided at emergency food assistance locations with a collaborative effort. We work to encourage the donation of excess harvests to local food pantries, and the use of community gardens to nourish neighbors in need. Our volunteer-based model encourages the use of all revenues for our programs and services, and we rely on the contributions of our 200+ volunteers that donate, support, and build gardens with us every year.
Jul 29, 2022
Harvest against Hunger 2022
Jul 24, 2022
Gardens grow life skills and healthy habits
Garden Reflection
Lori connected with The GardenWorks Project in the fall of...
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Jul 21, 2022
Grants Build on Community Assets Fundamental to Chicago's Food System
OVER $1.5 MILLION AWARDED BY THE CHICAGO REGION FOOD SYSTEM FUND TO 48 GRANTEES
(Chicago, IL – July 18, 2022) The Chicago Region Food System Fund...
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May 02, 2022
Growing Generously in Lisle
Garden-Pantry partnership increases access to produce
During the 2021 growing season, Lisle Township Community Garden harvested...
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May 01, 2022
Giving DuPage Days 2022
Generosity Changes Everything
Food security and access are at the forefront of conversations...
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Feb 25, 2022
New Partnerships
The GardenWorks Project Joins Fresh Food Connect
The GardenWorks Project is launching Fresh Food Connect, a mobile...
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