Serving the Community
Urban farming on top of the University of Chicago Medical Center has become a powerful initiative, transforming the rooftop into a thriving garden that yields over 5,000 pounds of fresh produce annually.
This innovative farming project not only promotes sustainability but also serves the community by donating the harvested food to patients in need, supporting their health and wellbeing. It’s a remarkable example of how urban spaces can be leveraged to foster both environmental stewardship and social responsibility.
Nutritious vegetables and mushrooms with healing properties such as:
- Shiitake
- Oyster
- Maitake (Hen of the Woods)
- Lion’s mane
