One Day. One Table.
On September 14, 2023, the Longest Table welcomed 850 residents to sit down for a free meal in a welcoming environment with people they may not know, to foster stronger connections, exchange ideas, and promote healthy habits to achieve better mental and physical health. The results of those conversations continue to build momentum with funding awards for seven projects, totaling $10,000, set to launch in 2024.
The Longest Table featured an uninterrupted table spanning 1,250 feet along 11th Avenue South. Following the event, participants were invited to apply for funding of up to $2,000 with the goal of getting ideas off the table and into the community.
Of 22 applications, 7 grant recipients were selected to receive funding for their proposed health or wellness related project:
The Longest Table featured an uninterrupted table spanning 1,250 feet along 11th Avenue South. Following the event, participants were invited to apply for funding of up to $2,000 with the goal of getting ideas off the table and into the community.
Of 22 applications, 7 grant recipients were selected to receive funding for their proposed health or wellness related project:
- Christian Buechler – Global Friends Furniture Donations
- Renee Cardarelle and Jennifer Compeau – Traditional Medicinal Gardens
- Jennifer Doak – Grand Forks Good Friends Laundry Love
- Kayla Hochstetler – Survival Packs
- Dr. Hairui Liu – Inclusive Moves Summer Camp
- McKenna Marek – Nourishing Neighborhoods in Grand Forks
- Debra Pflughoeft-Hasset – Celebrating the Light in our Community
1,000 Conversations.
well·ness
/ˈwelnəs/ noun
the quality or state of being healthy in body and mind, especially as the result of a deliberate effort.
The importance of connection, discussion, relationships, and community have never been more important as we emerge from the after-effects of a global pandemic. In 2023, the Longest Table helped residents exchange stories and share ideas about what we can do as a community to foster connections with each other and promote daily healthy habits to achieve better mental and physical health. From walkable communities, to building active friendships, to promoting healthy food choices, guests brought good ideas to the table.
/ˈwelnəs/ noun
the quality or state of being healthy in body and mind, especially as the result of a deliberate effort.
The importance of connection, discussion, relationships, and community have never been more important as we emerge from the after-effects of a global pandemic. In 2023, the Longest Table helped residents exchange stories and share ideas about what we can do as a community to foster connections with each other and promote daily healthy habits to achieve better mental and physical health. From walkable communities, to building active friendships, to promoting healthy food choices, guests brought good ideas to the table.
2023 Partners.
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