Free Farmers Market Fights Hunger in Belmont Cragin | Chicago News

Onward Neighborhood House in Belmont Cragin is turning up the heat on food insecurity with a vibrant, free farmers market that’s already fed over 2,000 people and distributed 25,000+ pounds of fresh produce—thanks to local farms within 250 miles of Chicago. Facing soaring demand after pandemic surges and slashed SNAP benefits, this community-driven initiative opens weekly from 9 AM until supplies vanish (usually noon) and welcomes everyone. Upcoming dates: Sept 18, Oct 17, Nov 21, Dec 19. Soon, it’ll relocate to their brand-new CARES Center—a full-service hub featuring an expanded pantry, demo kitchen, and rooftop garden—all designed to nourish bodies and build stronger neighborhoods. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ba90f2a957c48454