Since 2010, we have supported Pre-K-12 students with Food Education that is part of teachers’ classrooms and fosters informed food choices.
See the Impact
Get your seat at the table for the culinary fundraising event of the year! For one night only, the brightest stars of Chicago’s food scene come together to raise funds for Pilot Light’s Food Education mission. Get your tickets today while they last!
Presenting Partner: Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation
Learn from the experts: Pilot Light Educator Ryan Johnson shares the inside scoop on all things teaching science through Food Education! Connect our Food Education Standards and the NGSS to enhance your curriculum and improve student outcomes.
Your gift in any amount supports Food Education in classrooms and communities throughout the year.
If your company matches gifts to nonprofits like Pilot Light, here are easy instructions on how to double the impact of your gift. We also have instructions on how to make a gift of stock.
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We are looking for individuals who are passionate about Food Education and creating impact through our programs to join our team!
Nov
6
Pilot Light Gala 2026: Feed Your Mind
6:00 PMRockwell on the River (3057 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL 60618)
Our Feed Your Mind Gala is more than a fundraiser - it`s a mission-driven experience.
Every year, the Chicago culinary community comes together to share an unforgettable meal and support students` futures. When you invest in Pilot Light, you invest in the next generation of food system leaders.
Don`t miss the chance to be a part of this important movement - get your tickets to this year`s Feed Your Mind Gala (Nov. 6th) today at www.feedyourmindgala.org ✨
THE FEED YOUR MIND GALA TEAM:
Presenting Partner: @sproutsfnd
Founding Chefs @jasonhammel @paulkahan @matthiasm1966 &
Justin Large
Chair @elsenorhospitality
Planning @noraeventschicago
Honoree @leahgordon34
Content Creation @saviacreatives
Photography + Videography @juanchoscphotography
Venue @rockwellontheriver
Production @luxeproevents
Floral @theroofcrop
Catering @oneoffhospitality
This school year, prevent teacher burnout by adding Food Education to your teaching routine. We have 15+ years of experience transforming classrooms through Food Education and we`ve seen educators and students thrive using our free, expertly-designed resources.
Get started today at www.foodedu.pilotlightchefs.org 💚