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
Ready to start your Food Education journey? There`s two great opportunities for educators right now to join the growing Pilot Light community in 2026-27!
🍎The Food Education Fellowship applications close May 25th! This is a yearlong, paid opportunity for PreK-12 educators in the U.S.
🍏Feeding Futures is a unique, two-year paid opportunity for 3rd-5th grade Illinois educators looking to advance Food & Agriculture Education across the state. Applications are open through June 1st.
Learn more and apply to these opportunities today at www.pilotlightchefs.org!
Pilot Light Fellowship Alumni Network Manager Tamieka @spicesandspraypaint takes the TRY IT CHALLENGE with: SWEET GRITS! 🥣
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 💚
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