The Chicago Community Trust announced the return of its annual region-wide civic engagement initiative On the Table on Tuesday, May 8th. Over the past four years, On the Table has provided an annual forum for tens of thousands of Chicagoans to engage in meaningful conversation, develop new relationships and inspire action to make a difference in our communities. From a grassroots campaign reminding us that “Hate Has No Home Here,” to creating and printing a coloring book to help victims of sexual assault, organizing new winter coat and book “giving events” at neighborhood libraries, a proven alternative to the emergency room that provides mental health assessment and peer support, a party for homeless teens – all can be linked to an On the Table conversation. Learn more about what has happened coming out of On the Table at onthetable.com/after-the-table. Anyone can host an On the Table conversation. Those interested in doing so are encouraged to sign up starting today at onthetable.com, where hosts will have access to materials and resources to help prepare for and guide conversations. Join a movement of thousands of Chicago-area residents who are working together for the public good. To learn more or to sign up to host an On the Table conversation, visit onthetable.com or call 866-737-6951. Join the On the Table 2018 conversation on social media using the hashtag #OnTheTable2018.