Star Farm Chicago is a community-driven urban farm and sustainable food hub working to co-create a resilient, equitable local food system through access, opportunity, workforce development and celebration. Founded in 2016 in the Back of the Yards, Star Farm has grown more than 10,000 pounds of produce and distributed over 1.8 million pounds of local food, primarily supporting food security initiatives. Star Farm also provides workforce development, educational and community programming. Visit Star Farm Chicago
Grant history
Year awarded: 2026Period: 2 yearsAmount awarded: $170,000Purpose: General Operating Support
Year awarded: 2023Period: 2 yearsAmount awarded: $150,000Purpose: General Operating Support
Year awarded: 2021Period: 1 yearAmount awarded: $65,000Purpose: General Operating Support
