COMMUNITY

INITIATIVES

  • CELEBRATE ARGYLE

    Celebrate Argyle (CA) is a grassroots organization initially funded and formed in collaboration with DRK. CA stands as a testament to our commitment to supporting immigrant-owned food businesses.

    CA plays a critical role in aiding one of Chicago's Asian-American communities by focusing on fund distribution and the provision of essential services. This initiative has helped transform Argyle into a distinctive culinary and shopping destination.

  • TODOS PONEN

    Recognized by the James Beard Foundation's Stories of Resilience, Todos Ponen emerged in 2021 as a collaboration with Chef Diana Dávila, owner of Mi Tocaya.

    This initiative was born out of a pressing need to address the lack of COVID-19 relief aid for undocumented restaurant workers. Todos Ponen not only offers free meals to the community but also creates employment opportunities for undocumented restaurant workers.

  • GOOD FRIENDS

    Good Friends is a partnership with local community leaders and business owners during the giving season. Together, we're committed to ensuring that every member of our community has fair and equitable access to essential resources, opportunities, and systems for obtaining nutritious and readily available food. This collaborative effort is dedicated to addressing disparities and inequities within our local food system, making it more inclusive for all.