Greetings!

I’m thrilled to invite you to share a meal with us during Chefs in the Garden on September 15 and/or September 22. Each bite will delight your palate and underscore the profound connection between sustainable agriculture and healthy, vibrant communities.

Local empowerment, self-determination, and sustainability are deeply embedded in our mission of creating a more just and equitable food system. These values are held within everything we do. With this in mind, we have been moving toward community-centric fundraising, which centers on the community’s needs and values. We often involve the community in the decision-making process and ensure that the funds are used to benefit the community directly.

Chefs in the Garden is where community-centric fundraising and food sovereignty intersect. 

The event features local chefs preparing meals using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, celebrating the connection between food and community. This year, we are collaborating with Detroit Food Academy for a joint fundraiser on September 15 and piloting a family-style meal with Chef Ji Hye Kim on September 22.

While the food will be as divine as always, these changes help us amplify the voices of food justice throughout our community while celebrating the diverse but critical perspectives that make our community so unique.

Please join us in celebrating the power of good food and good company for a great cause.

In solidarity,

Julius

P.S. If you cannot make it, consider purchasing scholarship tickets for community members who might otherwise be unable to attend.