In a neighborhood like Englewood on Chicago’s south side, second chances are rare. An underserved community with a food desert, Englewood residents struggle to raise children in the midst of inner city challenges. The streets are unforgiving. Gunfire is rampant. The economic pressures are relentless. But Growing Home offers a reason to start over for those who […]
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The word, kibbutz, comes from the Hebrew language with one of its meanings, “make desert bloom.” That is exactly why Chicago needs to have a miniature kibbutz in every backyard, empty lot, easement or rooftop. Chicago is a food desert. Many people in the urban areas have no access to fresh produce. Those who can find […]