About this Event
Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and aromas of our vibrant and abundant urban farm in South Chicago! Join us for a weekly immersive public tour and community volunteering session every Saturday at 1 pm. As you come along with us on our guided tour, you will get to stroll through the farm and discover how we optimize urban spaces to grow an abundance of fresh produce for our community.
***ARRIVAL & TOUR***
All volunteers must sign our Liability, Theft, and Photo release waiver at least once per season: LINK
Please plan to arrive ten minutes early to check-in at the Welcome Table visible from the entrance before heading onto the farm to join the tour. A UGC representative will greet you at the Welcome Table.
**VOLUNTEERING***
Afterward the tour we host an optional volunteering session at 1:30 pm. Learn hands-on about planting seeds, weeding, and transplanting seedlings to nurturing plants. There are plenty of tasks suited to different skill levels and physical abilities. Not only will you be actively contributing to our farm, but you’ll be making a meaningful impact on our local community.
***GROUPS***
Groups over 10 must organize a group volunteer session with us separately; if your organization is a local nonprofit please inquire here, and for corporations / offices, inquire here.
***DONATIONS***
- We ask for a $10 donation per adult, and $5 for children.
- Neighbors (zip codes 60617, 60620) are welcome to join us donation-free!
- We also have a free RSVP for our regular volunteers, who have come at least twice already in the season.
- Regardless, cost should not be a barrier—if financial support is needed you can RSVP using the Free Neighbor RSVP.
- Last, if you are coming with a small group (10 or less) of corporate volunteers, we ask for a donation of $40 per volunteer.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
South Chicago Farm, 9000 South Mackinaw Avenue, Chicago, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 40.00
