Windy City Harvest

As the 91��Ƶ’s urban agriculture program, Windy City Harvest is making a difference in communities on the West and South Sides of Chicago. By focusing on growing food, improving health, and creating job opportunities, we're helping build strong, vibrant neighborhoods that thrive.

Food: For many residents, finding affordable, locally grown produce in the heart of a major city can be a challenge. With 10 urban farms and gardens, we are planting, growing, and harvesting farm-fresh produce, delivering more than 200,000 pounds of fruits and vegetables to support those facing food insecurity. As part of our VeggieRx program, we are providing free boxes of fresh fruits and vegetables to more than 3,000 individuals annually.

Health: Supplying food is just the start of what we do. At our flagship Farm on Ogden, we offer free classes that empower residents with knowledge about nutrition, cooking skills, and how to make the most of the fresh produce we provide. We also offer therapeutic horticulture workshops, engaging over 2,400 participants each year, supporting their mental wellness along the way.

Jobs: Each year, we offer paid, hands-on training to more than 70 individuals, with about 80 percent securing jobs in the food systems industry after completing the program. Since 2013, we have helped launch and support more than 30 small farm businesses, fostering growth and sustainability in local agriculture.

Purchase Produce

Support local growers and purchase affordable produce year-round at the indoor Farm on Ogden market, open to the public five days a week. For wholesalers, our eCommerce platform makes ordering easy.

Purchase Produce

Programs

Learn—and earn—through sustainable farming, healthy cooking and eating, food entrepreneurship, and community service. Windy City Harvest's Youth Farm, Apprenticeship, Corps, and VeggieRx programs offer education and hands-on job training for the community.

Our Programs