Plates On Purpose

04/18/2024

In 2023, Plates On Purpose submitted applied to purchase a vacant city lot and create a community garden in South Chicago. Unfortunately, the application decision we received on 12/7/23 was not in our favor. On 12/13/23, the approval of three community gardens were praised by DPD. We are happy for our neighbors and will continue to work towards the goal of community wellness. Stay tuned for future program announcements to support this work.

01/12/2024

The article says "Gardening and food preparation classes in elementary school can help kids develop lifelong healthy eating habits." In 2024, we will offer and promote cooking classes emphasizing fresh ingredients. Follow this page to stay up to date.

THURSDAY, Jan. 11, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Tending a garden can help young kids develop healthy attitudes about food that will influence their health years lat

08/27/2023

Today we set up a nutrition demo at Steelworkers Park highlighting fresh and simple ingredients that are affordable & easily accessible in our South Chicago neighborhood. Popular in West Africa, Mango After-Chop makes a healthy breakfast or dessert! What would you put on top of your after-chop? Follow us on FB, IG, & Tik Tok to see our upcoming engagements 😊

05/29/2023

We've applied for a city-owned vacant lot in the 7th ward! Inspired by Medicinal Plant Gardens like the Dorothy Bradley Atkins Medicinal Plant Garden, we put forth a proposal to steward the land using native and medicinal plants. This would be a wonderful home base for Plates On Purpose in the South Chicago neighborhood. Wish us good luck and favor!

The Dorothy Bradley Atkins Medicinal Plant Garden: Unique Venue and Resource The Dorothy Bradley Atkins Medicinal Plant Garden is a garden oasis in the midst of the busy University of Illinois at Chicago medical center (west) campus situated in the Illinois Medical District, located on the corner of...

02/18/2023

Plates On Purpose was happy to speak to school age children in Chicago about life as a ! The students were awesome and one 1st grader even gave me a hand drawn picture of his future garden 👏🏾

12/25/2022

Community Christmas dinner served up with holiday cheer in South Chicago. Thank you to the W.A.L Foundation and the South Chicago Christian Center for collaborating with us at Plates On Purpose! 🧑🏾‍🎄❤️🎄

12/25/2022

We’re back with another South Chicago community Christmas dinner! This was year two that we came together as community partners and served with the spirit of the holidays front and center. Happy holidays to all! 🎄

11/18/2022

2 local organizations team up & collaborate with the South Chicago Christian Center to provide a thanksgiving inspired meal. The center provides weekly meals in our community and we’re happy to support. We’re looking forward to coming back the Thursday before Christmas to serve with you all again! 🎁

10/31/2022

inaugural 5K! Go to www.PlatesOnPurpose.com to sign up for the newsletter so you know about all the upcoming events! And follow us

09/15/2022

Plates On Purpose celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month! Visit www.PlatesOnPurpose.com to view our cooking class schedules.

08/26/2022

Saturday in South Chicago. Meet at 3008 E 92nd Street at 8:30am for a 3 mile walk/run community tour.

08/25/2022

Let’s get the benefits together! Visit www.PlatesOnPurpose.com to register for walk/run on Saturday, 8/27.