Mutual Aid Report • 02-27-2024 • Urban Growers Collective

The Mutual Aid Report is a radio and live stream series that delves into the concept of mutual aid. Our hosts, Mario Smith and Stephanie Manriquez will unpack its historical significance and its role in local communities by spotlighting individuals who are making a real difference at the grassroots level in the city of Chicago.

Join us as we welcome Erika Allen, co-founder of Urban Growers Collective.Discover the unique role urban agriculture plays in nourishing communities and fostering creativity in cities like Chicago.

Rooted in growing food, Urban Growers Collective cultivates environments that support health, economic development, healing, and creativity through urban agriculture. Founded in 2017 by Erika Allen and Laurell Sims, UGC operates 8 urban farms across 11 acres of land on Chicago’s South Side. Their farms not only produce food but also serve as hubs for education, training, leadership development, and food distribution within the community