Advocating for food justice in
Chicago and beyond

Slow Food is a global, grassroots organization, founded in 1989 to prevent the disappearance of local food cultures and traditions, re-engaging people with the food they eat. In Chicago and around the globe, local chapters are working to ensure everyone has access to good, clean and fair food. Slow Food Chicago is a member-supported educational non-profit organization run by an all-volunteer Board of Directors and network of volunteers. Through events and programs, the chapter advocates for a renewed interest in and support for our local food culture; promotes biodiverse and sustainable producers and purveyors in our community; brings people together through the common language of food.

Slow Food Chicago PreSERVE Garden in North Lawndale

2018 US Delegates from the Chicago Slow Food Chicago Chapter

Slow Food Chicago engaged with local legislators to advocate for positive policy solutions that support local farms and wholesome food access. Many important discussions and advocacy measures were taken in partnership with Illinois Stewardship Alliance.

Farm to Plate - an evening of community celebration with partners The Plant and Whole Foods Market.

Bi-weekly volunteer days were organized at the PreSERVE Garden in North Lawndale, providing education and produce to community members.

Local Events & Fundraising

Slow Food Chicago engaged with community members and partners to host fundraising events throughout the year. Funds from these events went towards scholarships for delegates to attend the bi-annual Terre Madre Slow Food International gathering of advocates.