What is America's Potluck?
America's Potluck is an opportunity for neighbors to join with one another to share a fun, communal meal, creating a sense of connection and belonging and fostering interactions among people from all walks of life.
Why Sunday, July 5?
2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the document that tied our nation together. The tradition of Sunday dinner invites us to slow down, serve others, and connect with one another. Through dialogue and a shared meal, we can promote our common bonds and honor the freedoms we enjoy as Americans.
Contributors to America's Potluck represent:
state commissions representing 342 million Americans
women civic
leaders
public television
stations
How can you get involved?
Join the movement to build connections within your community by spreading the word and planning to host a potluck on July 5, 2026. Better yet, walk across the street (or the hall) to find a neighbor to co-host the potluck with you!
Sign up, host a potluck, and get updates on our campaign.
Potlucks Across America
States, cities, and neighborhoods are planning potlucks across the country to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our country. From a chat over coffee to faith-led gatherings, and from tables on Main Street to neighborhood block parties, there is no wrong way to gather for America's Potluck. Find an opportunity below to connect with your community.
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National Partner Resources
Interfaith America Potluck's Toolkit
Interfaith America envisions an America that embraces the power of pluralism—where people cooperate across differences for the common good. The "America's Potluck Toolkit" is a step-by-step guide to help you host a potluck dinner that connects people and is a launching off point to building and strengthening connection in your community!
America's Test Kitchen's Iconic State Recipes
What better way to celebrate America’s 250th than with an epic potluck? Gather your friends and neighbors and design a menu from these iconic state recipes.
Disagree Better How To Guide
Real-world techniques to help you stay curious instead of defensive and navigate conflict in a productive way.
Monticello's Feast of Reason
The dinners Thomas Jefferson hosted were known for remarkable food and conversation. Monticello's Feast of Reason conversation cards create space for curiosity, listening, and meaningful connection.
The Potluck Project Toolkit
This toolkit from Paths to Understanding provides guidance on how to gather people in your town or neighborhood for a meal to get to know each other. No politics, no policy, no debates – just neighbors meeting neighbors. Everyone loves sharing a good meal!
Everyday Democracy’s OurNext250 Community Gathering Toolkit
Invitation to the National Governors Association
Governors and state commissions across the nation are supporting America's Potluck. Utah Governor Spencer Cox invites his colleagues to showcase their individual contributions and create meaningful conversations and peaceful dialogue around the table.
Associated Food Stores Cherry Inspired Recipes
Representing 450 independent grocers in nine western states, their AFS-owned stores, Macey’s, offers recipes for Cherry Limeade, Cherry Corn Salsa, that feature fresh, in-season, cherries for July 5th gatherings.
Potluck and Picnic Food Safety Tips
Block Party USA’s American Summer
Participating State and Territory 250th Anniversary Commissions
See the full list of commissions with websites:
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