Food Education is a vital part of students' development.

Since 2010, we have supported Pre-K-12 students with Food Education that is part of teachers’ classrooms and fosters informed food choices.

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Food Education Center:
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Food-Based Science Learning

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.

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DISCOVER the Impact of Your Donations on Our Classrooms

Every student deserves access to hands-on Food Education. Now, you can discover the incredible impact of your support by reading our latest Impact Report. Learn how Pilot Light teachers and students are creating a better food system future everyday!

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How you can support:

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Pilot Light has resources for educators, community members, and parents:

Highly motivated PreK–12 educators in the United States with an interest in implementing Pilot Light Food Education lessons consistently in their virtual and/or in-person classrooms are encouraged to learn more and apply for our Food Education Fellowship each spring.

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Educators, caregivers, and young people can also check out our free library of classroom-based and eLearning lessons, videos, and recipes, as well as advocacy lessons to bring Food Education anywhere!

Visit the Food Education Center

We host professional development aligned to state standards and our own Food Education Standards. Stay tuned to our Calendar for upcoming events!

Learn about the Food Education Standards here

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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! 

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Food Education Standards

The Food Education Standards were written for teachers, by teachers so that every classroom can have access to hands-on Food Education. Learn more and start using the Standards in your classroom today! 

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Our impact is measurable and growing. Help us expand our reach.

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We've learned from past efforts and improved upon other approaches.

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Jun
22

Quiz for a Cause at Pilot Project

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Pilot Project Brewing - 2140 N. Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

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A young child wearing a chef's hat and apron smiling at the camera with the Pilot Light Picks: Feeding the Future of Food Education logo inscribed on the image.

Dine Out For A Cause With Pilot Light Picks!

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🥰 Student quotes like this one are the reason we keep going. Hearing the impact of Food Education firsthand shows us that our approach works. We're here to help shape the next generation of food system leaders, one lesson at a time. Ready to join us? Learn more and get started today at www.pilotlightchefs.org 💚

🥰 Student quotes like this one are the reason we keep going. Hearing the impact of Food Education firsthand shows us that our approach works. We`re here to help shape the next generation of food system leaders, one lesson at a time.

Ready to join us? Learn more and get started today at www.pilotlightchefs.org 💚 ...

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DINE OUT FOR A CAUSE ALL MONTH LONG WITH PILOT LIGHT PICKS! 🍽️ Thanks to our fabulous list of participating restaurants: 💚 @lilactigerchi - 15% of all Vada Pav potato croquette sliders sold 💚 @kimskichicago @mariasbar $1 per Polish sausage sold 💚 @dimmidimmichicago $1 per Caesar salad sold 💚 @tableatcrate $1 per Waffle Fries & Aioli sold 💚 @the_bowline portion of each Bowline Burger sold 💚 @rockwellbottleshop round up your change at checkout 💚 @rockwellsneighborhoodgrill $1 per burger of the week sold 💚 @elchechicago portion of empanada sales 💚 @braserochicago portion of Pao de Quiejo sales All specials running through the end of June 2026. Grab your friends and book your tables now for these delicious Chicago restaurant fundraisers! All proceeds benefit Pilot Light’s mission to bring Food Education to students all across the country. Learn more and discover free resources at www.pilotlightchefs.org 🔥

DINE OUT FOR A CAUSE ALL MONTH LONG WITH PILOT LIGHT PICKS! 🍽️

Thanks to our fabulous list of participating restaurants:
💚 @lilactigerchi - 15% of all Vada Pav potato croquette sliders sold
💚 @kimskichicago @mariasbar $1 per Polish sausage sold
💚 @dimmidimmichicago $1 per Caesar salad sold
💚 @tableatcrate $1 per Waffle Fries & Aioli sold
💚 @the_bowline portion of each Bowline Burger sold
💚 @rockwellbottleshop round up your change at checkout
💚 @rockwellsneighborhoodgrill $1 per burger of the week sold
💚 @elchechicago portion of empanada sales
💚 @braserochicago portion of Pao de Quiejo sales

All specials running through the end of June 2026. Grab your friends and book your tables now for these delicious Chicago restaurant fundraisers! All proceeds benefit Pilot Light’s mission to bring Food Education to students all across the country. Learn more and discover free resources at www.pilotlightchefs.org 🔥 ...

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