The Hatchery Chicago® is a non-profit food and beverage incubator dedicated to helping local entrepreneurs build & grow successful businesses.
Through our cutting-edge commercial kitchen facilities, our robust entrepreneurship curriculum, and our partnerships with generous corporate sponsors and foundations, we support local food and beverage entrepreneurs, cultivate local job opportunities, and accelerate local economic growth.
Who We Serve
A One-Stop-Shop for Food Entrepreneurs
Our 67,000 square foot incubator has everything entrepreneurs in the food and beverage space could need, including:
A Commitment to Our Community
When our community is thriving, we all reap the benefits. The Hatchery will support the community with:
Stronger With Our Partners
The success of our food entrepreneurs is supported by the involvement of our Branch Network. Entrepreneur Members have access to our directory of food industry experts, service providers, and other companies in the food and beverage space, so that they can easily locate quality services and goods as they grow. Partners have access to:
Nonprofit Partners:
With Community Support From:
Alderman Walter Burnett
Alderman Jason Ervin
Breakthrough Urban Ministries
Garfield Park Community Council
New Moms/Bright Endeavors
Garfield Park Neighborhood Market
City of Chicago
Help at Home
City Escape
Inspiration Kitchens
Kitchen Chicago
Garfield Park Conservatory Alliance
World Chicago
Garfield Park Garden Network