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.
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!
Jun
22
Quiz for a Cause at Pilot Project
7:00 PMPilot Project Brewing - 2140 N. Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! If you’re one of the 600+ educators that Pilot Light has served over the past 15 years, we want to extend our deepest gratitude and appreciation for the work you do, everyday, to bring Food Education to your students. We are humbled to work alongside each and every one of you towards a better food system future for the next generation, one lesson at a time. You are the true heroes of Pilot Light and we couldn’t do it without you!
Show your appreciation for Pilot Light teachers this year by making a donation to our mission during Teacher Appreciation Week! Your tax-deductible gift helps Pilot Light supply teachers with:
🍽️ Grocery store hauls that help students learn how to cook for themselves
🍽️ Budget to bring local chefs and community leaders to visit their classrooms
🍽️ Resources for student-led food advocacy projects that make a difference in their community, like a food drive or healthy eating awareness campaign
🍽️ and much, much more!
Donate today to say “THANKS” to all the teachers that make Food Education possible at www.pilotlightchefs.org 💚
#teacherappreciationweek #teacherappreciation #foodeducation #teachershoutout #nonprofits
Pilot Light SnackTime Explorers Associate @chella_eats takes on TUNA FISH for the Try It Challenge! 🐟
NEXT UP: @leahgordon34 @chicagobearshistory @jasonhammel 👀 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 💚
#foodies #foodeducation #tryingnewfoods #challenge
