Welcome to FreshLens Chicago
A tuition-free photography program for under-resourced Chicago Students
Applications are open for Winter 2027 Basic Program!
“Thank you for giving us this great opportunity
and the resources to show our creativity.”
NEWS & EVENTS
FreshLens Chicago Receives 2026 NBCUniversal Local Impact Grant
We’re excited to announce that FreshLens Chicago has won an NBCUniversal LocalImpactGrants grant in Chicago. We’re extremely proud to be in good company.
CoGen 2026 Showcase
Saturday, September 12, 12 pm to 2:30 pm
CoGen is a project based class that pairs retired adults with high school students to design and develop a photography project together. Aside from the class itself, this program is meant to foster a co-generational relationship and produce a space for intergenerational learning and collaboration. We are pleased to have partnered with our friends at Innovation 80 who funded this amazing program.
In Loving Memory of Elias Kim
In Lieu of Flowers, Please Consider Supporting FreshLens Chicago
Providing photography education for creative and inspiring minds.
FreshLens Chicago is dependent on the generosity, skills, and talents of passionate individuals. Consider helping out today!
Vanessa’s Story
Learn More About FreshLens!
A close-up of a woman with wavy, shoulder-length hair looking upward. She has makeup with a glittery eyeshadow, dark eyeliner, and natural lips. She wears a gray knitted sweater.
Black and white photo of railway tracks with overhead electric wires in an urban setting.