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September 25, 2024
The Big Table® 
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THANK YOU for helping build a stronger, more connected central Ohio community where everyone has a seat at the table. 

 

Your participation was crucial to making The Big Table® an inspiring day of kindness and conversation. Many groups discussed keeping their Big Table conversations going by staying in touch or meeting again. Don’t hesitate to share your Big Table ideas, successes, or questions by emailing bigtable@columbusfoundation.org.

  • The 2024 Big Table Report

    The 2024 Big Table Report

     

    Your participation was crucial to making The Big Table on September 25, 2024, an inspiring day of kindness and conversation. Thank you for playing a role in creating a strong, connected community where everyone is valued. Read highlights of participant survey responses, the topics we talked about, and what we are learning together in The Big Table Report.

    VIEW THE REPORT

Reflections from Past Participants

Whether you’ve hosted a Big Table conversation before or are getting involved for the first time, you have the power to bring people together for meaningful conversations about our shared future. Donte Woods-Spikes, a Big Table Ambassador who has hosted many conversations, sat down with five community members to discuss the value of being part of The Big Table and the lessons they’ve learned along the way.

  • Big Table Host: Carter Robinson
  • Big Table Participant: Gigi Bix
  • Big Table Host: Dr. Katelin Hansen
  • Big Table Participant: Montoya Rogers

FAQs

What is The Big Table®?

Launched in 2016, The Big Table® is a community-wide day of conversation. Through intentional dialogue and connection, participants are encouraged to imagine the next steps toward a kind and just future for the central Ohio region. Meeting new people, sharing our lived experiences, and actively listening to understand are crucial steps toward building a kind, connected community where everyone has a seat at the table.

 

Download The Big Table® Fact Sheet for more information.

How do you keep the conversation going?

Don't let the conversations stop after The Big Table! Our Big Table conversation prompts are the perfect way to kickstart meaningful discussions. Whether hosting a conversation or joining one, these prompts can help guide your journey to deeper connections and understanding.

 

CONVERSATION PROMPTS  (Available In Arabic, English, Somali, and Spanish.)

Questions?

Email your questions to bigtable@columbusfoundation.org or call 614/545-3232.

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