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
Pilot Light is now accepting applications for our 8th Annual Food Education Fellowship: a yearlong professional development program for PreK-12 educators looking to grow their teaching practice through Food Education.
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!
Your gift in any amount supports Food Education in classrooms and communities throughout the year.
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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!
Apr
23
A Proper Beefsteak Dinner – Hawksmoor Chicago
6:00-9:00 PMHawksmoor Chicago - 500 N La Salle Dr, Chicago, IL 60654-7109
Pilot Light Board Treasurer @hank_mahoney faces his fears and takes the TRY IT CHALLENGE by sampling...Marmite!
NEXT UP: @leahgordon34 @chicagobearshistory @jasonhammel you’re up next!!! Join the challenge by trying something you don’t like/haven’t tried before, record your honest reaction, and post your video tagging 3 other friends to take the challenge with you!
JOIN THE CHALLENGE:
😋 Pick Your Food: Do you hate mushrooms? Get the ick from okra? Grossed out by tofu? Maybe you just need to TRY IT!
Pro Tip: Ask a friend or family member to prepare their favorite version of the food you pick to make the sampling even more fun OR visit a local restaurant with your “Try It” item on the menu and order it from a professional!
😋 Record Your Reaction: Make a video (short or long, whatever fits your style) recording your honest reaction to trying the food you picked. You don’t have to like it, but try to keep an open mind while you TRY IT – you might be surprised!
😋 Share Your Video: Don’t forget to tag us @pilotlightchefs AND be sure to tag at least 3 friends to take the challenge next!
Bonus: Visit our website www.pilotlightchefs.org and download the digital “I Tried It!” Sticker to add to your video!
The TRY IT CHALLENGE is all about having fun, trying new things, and raising awareness for Pilot Light’s mission to bring hands-on Food Education into classrooms across the country. Learn more and get involved at www.pilotlightchefs.org 💚
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Attention Teachers! Applications to join the 2026-27 Food Education Fellowship are now OPEN through May 25!
The Food Education Fellowship is a year-long, paid professional development opportunity for PreK-12 educators teaching anywhere in the United States.
Throughout their time in the Food Education Fellowship, selected Fellows will:
🍎 learn how to enrich their teaching practice through Pilot Light’s Food Education Standards,
🍎 participate in 1-on-1 coaching and peer learning opportunities, and
🍎 receive both classroom materials stipends as well as personal compensation for their participation in the program.
Applications and administrator approval forms are due to Pilot Light by May 25, 2026. Learn more and apply today at www.pilotlightchefs.org.
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