One Table Together

Making Communities Stronger

We are a non-profit organization in Salt Lake City, Utah, bringing diverse groups of students together to encourage meaningful conversations and build stronger communities.

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Making CommunitiesStronger

We are a non-profit organization in Salt Lake City, Utah, bringing diverse groups of students together to encourage meaningful conversations and build stronger communities.

High school aged boy in the hall at school

Bringing students together

3 girl students laughing
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Group of students sitting at a table.

Let's create lasting change

We envision a Utah where every student feels valued and respected, regardless of their background. By expanding our program to schools across the state, we strive to create lasting change through dialogue, empathy, and connection.

Real student stories

Post-dinner surveys revealed powerful insights from students.

What did you learn about understanding discrimination?

"I learned that discrimination can be overcome by taking a moment to understand."

Highland High School
What personal responsibility do you have to challenge discriminatory behavior?

"I have the responsibility to not only challenge it when I see it, but take steps to stop It in the future."

Highland High School
What can you do to create a more inclusive environment in your school?

"Just continue being kind and try to branch out further away than my current friends"

West High School

Community Responses

Greg Ottis
Nicholas & Company
Program: West High School

It was a wonderful event to be able to connect to the students and participants of this event. Thank you for all your hard work in making this a successful event.

Dylan Skiby
Highland High ProStart & Culinary Arts Teacher
Program: Highland High School

It was such a pleasure working alongside you at One Table Together this week. Everything flowed so seamlessly, and your calm leadership and presence were felt in the best way. I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity to collaborate — and I left the event feeling inspired by the work you do.

Thank you also for the way you engaged with my students. Your generosity and encouragement meant so much to them — they haven’t stopped talking about it (or about wanting to work for CU one day!).

Carol Spackman Moss
Congresswomen | Utah House of Representatives
Program: West High School

To the One Table Together Organizers:
The One Table Together event at West High was highly successful. The students at my table were deeply engaged throughout the evening, responding to questions with eagerness and remarkable honesty. Our group included students from diverse backgrounds, including Mexico, Samoa, and Myanmar, among others.

When discussing whether they felt accepted at school, the common theme among the students was the positive impact of sports. Most students shared that they became friends through their involvement in the school soccer team, other sports, or various clubs. These extracurricular activities played a crucial role in helping them feel included and supported within the West High community.

The speakers, along with other individuals who participated in the program, were truly
outstanding and added immense value to the overall experience.

Thank you for letting me be part of this wonderful organization.

Joy Hartmann
Program: West High School

Your One Table Together extravaganza was just that…a stimulating, interesting evening. You had all the bases covered…bright students, dynamic speakers, cultural experiences including international food dishes prepared by the school culinary students. Thought provoking conversation from students and facilitators.

Your preparation to create such a successful event is mind blowing. You have the promise of my continued support and appreciation.

Michelle Love-Day
Jordan School District
Program: Highland High School

We really enjoyed our time connecting with the students at a table. What a dynamic group. We look forward to having you come to Jordan and do a smaller lunch for sure. Toni and Leah will be in touch in August to start the planning process. As soon as we secure a date, I will get it to you so you can have it on your calendar.

Community Sponsors

Nicholas And Company
Saffron Valley Restaurant & Culinary School
Fortune Cookie Guy
Alsco Uniforms
Modern Display
Davis Audio Visual
AMT Printers
IPS Promotional Products
United Jewish Federation of Utah
Diamond Rentals
Cuisine Unlimited Catering & Special Events
Indigo Event Rentals
Zions Bank Logo
Highland High School ProStart & Culinary Arts Classes
Utah Restaurant Association
Salt Lake Education Foundation