Let’s Make Stone Soup Together
There’s a wonderful old story about hungry travelers who convince a village to share a little of what they each have to create a delicious soup for everyone to share. On its own, a single carrot or potato doesn’t seem like much. But together, the community creates a feast.
At Island to Prairie Ámáári, we believe in the power of ‘Stone Soup.’ You might feel like you can’t solve every challenge alone, but your contribution is the essential ingredient we need. Your time, your skills, your resources—they are the carrots, the onions, and the herbs that will help us create a welcoming, supportive, and nourishing community for all.
What ingredient can you add to the soup today?
Share Your Time
Community Navigator–help newcomers with a specific task, like understanding mail, navigating a government office, or setting up a utility
Language Partner–spend an hour a week helping a Chuukese individual practice their English conversational skills (and learn a little Chuukese while you’re at it!)
Youth Tutor–offer homework help to students
Event Helper–volunteer at community gatherings
For experienced Chuukese community members:
- Be a language bridge–help a neighbor by reading important mail written in English or helping make phone calls to medical facilities, Family Services, or to schedule transportation
- Be a mentor–share your story and answer questions for newcomers about how you navigated the move from island to prairie
Share Your Funds
Donations help fund essential services that aren’t available elsewhere, such as hiring reliable interpreters who speak the correct Lagoon dialect and translating important documents
Share Your Resources
For Businesses–offer employment opportunities or sponsor a community event.
For Churches & Community Groups–host a cultural exchange night, provide space for English classes, or organize a drive for household goods.
For Individuals–do you have a specific skill to share, like household repairs and maintenance, information about insurance, or legal expertise? Let us know!