Global Friends Coalition hopes to establish this fundraiser as a signature event through collaboration with Greater Grand Forks Young Professionals, Muddy Waters Clay Center, and African Arts Arena. As a lifetime member of Global Friends Coalition, Don Miller initiated the soup bowl fundraiser about 20 years ago. During those years, the bowls were made at UND where Miller is an Art Department faculty member. This year the event will take place at Muddy Waters Clay Center of which Miller is a founding member.
“Making bowls, sharing a meal, and supporting our local community is a natural fit for Muddy Waters Clay Center,” Miller said.
Global Friends Coalition is a not-for-profit that works to foster New American integration into the Grand Forks community. “All proceeds from the Soup in the Studio will go towards our Guiding New Americans to Success mentoring and tutoring program. We have 60 volunteers serving approximately 130 New Americans,” said Program Director Cynthia Shabb. “This is a vibrant organization meeting a need in the community.”
“Greater Grand Forks Young Professionals is excited to collaborate with other organizations in our community for a great cause. Soup In The Studio is a wonderful way for everyone in Grand Forks to come together and experience some of the arts and culture that the city has to offer while giving back,” said Executive Director Stacey Heggen.
Soup in the Studio is open to the public. All ages are welcome. African Arts Arena will perform four percussion pieces. The event is also being supported by Happy Harry’s Bottle Shops. For more information visit www.soupinthestudio.com.
