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Purpose
The redevelopment of the historic General Electric campus into Electric Works is one of great significance to the Fort Wayne community due to the size of investment and space, as well as the cultural heritage of innovation at the place. The Union Street Market (USM) at Electric Works has been established as a front door for residents to come together and equitably benefit from the opportunities this transformational development offers. The Electric Works Public Market Trust (Trust) was established in 2020 as a 501c3 nonprofit to steward the public good of USM.
Interested in learning more or helping to support the Trust’s work? Please contact the Trust at trust@unionstreetmarket.org.
Mission of the Public Market Trust
To cultivate an inclusive and multicultural gathering place that offers a home for small business ventures, in particular food entrepreneurs, food and beverage producers, artisans, makers, and farmers in Northeast Indiana, while supporting healthy food access, community wellness, and cultural heritage.
Board
Electric Works Public Market Trust is governed by a volunteer board of directors, with six members appointed by the Allen County Capital Improvement Board, two members selected by the Electric Works development team, and up to five other members by the board itself.
Board members are committed to supporting the Market’s mission and working in partnership with Market management and merchants to create a world-class food market that provides substantial benefits to the local economy and that improves the community’s wellness.
Kevan Biggs
Electric WorksJanet Katz
Northeast IndianaLocal Food Network
Michelle Bojrab-Wray
Parkview HealthAaron Parkinson
Ivy TechScott Fergusson
Chapman’s BrewingChuck Reddinger
City of Fort Wayne,Department of Parks
& Recreation
Riley Johnson
AMP Lab High School atElectric Works, Fort Wayne
Community Schools
Mary Tyndall
St. Joseph CommunityHealth Foundation
Programs & Initiatives
As the Trust builds capacity, the work over the next five years will focus on the following areas:
Entrepreneurship
Small business entrepreneurship will be fostered through connections to opportunities and support services. An inclusive approach will focus on urban and rural economies tied to the local food system as well as both start-up and established entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds and surrounding neighborhoods.
Health and Well-being
Health and well-being will be improved by supporting fresh food access, healthy eating, and other activities that foster healthy living, especially for residents in nearby neighborhoods.
Cultural Engagement
Community will be strengthened by cultivating an active public space that celebrates culture, heritage, and diversity.
Get Involved
Interested in getting involved with the Trust’s programs? Please share information about yourself, why you are interested, and your volunteer availability to volunteer@unionstreetmarket.org.