Join us for a special tour of the 3rd Avenue Marketplace, a food drive, and a Vendor Fair. The vendor fair will showcase our Braintree entrepreneurs. This event aims to raise awareness about hunger and the vital role that food banks play in supporting those in need.

The Marketplace

The 3rd Avenue Marketplace works to enrich the lives of Kootenai County residents through food assistance, nutrition education, and access to community services.

Food Bank Tour

Participants will have the chance to visit our local food bank, where they will learn about the operations and the impact of food assistance programs. Guided by knowledgeable staff members, attendees will gain firsthand experience of how food banks function, including the processes of sorting, packing, and distributing food to those in need. This educational experience is designed to deepen understanding and empathy towards individuals facing food challenges in our community. This experience provides valuable insights into the importance of food security in our community.

Food Drive

Help us support the Marketplace by actively participating in our initiative to collect food items. Leading up to the event, we encourage students, families, and community members to gather vital non-perishable food items. Non-perishable items include canned goods, pasta, rice, dried beans, and other shelf-stable foods that can provide essential nutrition. Our goal is to create a sense of community and solidarity, where everyone can play a role in addressing the pressing issue of food insecurity that affects many families in our area. Drop-off of all items will the day of the event at the 3rd Street Marketplace, making it convenient for everyone to participate. By participating in this initiative, you not only help alleviate hunger in our community but also foster a spirit of compassion and cooperation among students, faculty, and community members.

Holiday Market

The Holiday Market will feature a diverse array of booths, showcasing handmade crafts, delicious food items, and innovative services provided by some of our talented Braintree student vendors. Highlighting the creativity and hard work of our students and allowing attendees to engage with the vendors, making it a lively and enjoyable experience for all. Please spread the word! Share our flyer and encourage your family and friends to visit the vendor fair between 10am and 1pm!

Student Vendors

Is your student interested in being a vendor? Signing up for this event does not ensure or hold a vendor space. Vendor spots are limited. Please reach out to Amber (Event Coordinator) via email with what they are interested in selling. The venue will be supplying the tables. Vendors are responsible for setting up and cleaning up items.

Through this food drive, food bank tour, and student vendor fair, we aim to cultivate a spirit of generosity and community involvement, while also addressing critical issues surrounding food access and security. We invite everyone to participate, contribute, and support our efforts in making a positive impact on the lives of those who are less fortunate

Together, we can make a significant impact, demonstrating that collective efforts can lead to meaningful change. Join us in this vital mission to ensure that no family goes hungry and that everyone has access to the nourishment they need to thrive.

All children must be supervised at all times.

Who:  All Braintree Academy IHLA students, as well a parents and siblings under 5.

Cost:  Free for all Braintree Academy IHLA students and one parent. 

Additional Guests:

** If this event is not full 5-7 days before the event, the Event Coordinator may open the event up to additional guests. You can reach out to the Event Coordinator via email to include guests at that time.

Questions:

Contact Amber Laney | 918-613-3616 | cda2.braintree@malad.us

Keep those Braintree Passports handy! Each field trip means another stamp, and once it’s full, your Braintree student will receive a prize!