Farm & Food Systems Fellowship

The Farm & Food Systems Fellowship in Batavia, IL, strives to cultivate advocates and educators for a food system rooted in social, environmental, and economic justice. Offering a comprehensive, tuition-free program, this fellowship trains participants to engage with organic food systems, empowering them to teach and promote innovative practices across various community settings. Fellows gain hands-on experience by growing and distributing diverse crops, implementing educational sessions that connect health care with sustainable food practices, and fostering community gardens and farmers markets. They also enhance food and ecological literacy within educational institutions and support initiatives that increase access to healthy foods. Following an immersive six-month residency at the Allegheny Farm Campus, Fellows embark on a Community Action Year, collaborating with regional non-profits to apply their skills and knowledge for impactful change. Applications are open until March each year, with the fellowship program running from May to October, welcoming individuals passionate about food assistance and community wellness.