PBD and Skender win the Corenet Chicago Community reinvestment awards.

We are excited to announce that our Greater Chicago Food Depository project has taken home the CoreNet Chicago, Community Reinvestment Project of the year award.

The Greater Chicago Food Depository’s expansion through the Nourish Project exemplifies a deep commitment to community reinvestment, addressing both immediate needs and long-term solutions. This initiative goes beyond simply providing food; it creates meaningful economic opportunities in underserved communities. By partnering with 17 minority-owned restaurants, the project fosters local economies while meeting urgent food demands. The expansion also includes Chicago’s Community Kitchens, which plays a critical role in producing thousands of culturally appropriate meals each day for vulnerable populations, including older adults and individuals with disabilities. This focus on culturally tailored meals ensures that the diverse needs of the community are met with respect and care. Additionally, the new facility design incorporates environmentally sustainable features, such as native plant landscaping and a hydroponic garden, demonstrating a broader commitment to the well-being of both people and the environment. Beyond food production, the space also serves as a hub for community engagement, with murals, donor recognition, and a rotating mural space for local artists, reinforcing the Food Depository’s role in fostering community pride and participation. In every aspect, from the kitchen to the design, the project emphasizes the importance of community, sustainability, and collaboration, ensuring that the Food Depository continues to serve as a critical resource for those in need while contributing to the economic vitality of the surrounding area.

Congrats again to all of our partner on this project including Skender, Spark Chicago, K2 Architects, Buro Happold, V3, Demeter Millwork, Wells Concrete, PM&E, and the entire PBD project team.

See more about this project here.