The 6th Annual Long Table Aruba, a one-night-only culinary charity event hosted by Wind Creek Aruba, concluded with resounding success, marking another milestone in community impact and island giving.
Billed as “The only meal worth $50,000 for Aruba,” the highly anticipated event took place on Sunday, June 9th, featuring the iconic 1,000-foot-long table set for 1,000 guests outside Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort in downtown Oranjestad, overlooking the marina.
This year’s event saw a tremendous turnout, with tickets selling out rapidly and raising substantial funds for Aruba-based charities. Since its inception in 2017, Long Table Aruba has raised over $335,000, further solidifying its position as the marquee giving event for Wind Creek operations in Aruba.
“We are thrilled with the overwhelming support from the community and the success of this year’s Long Table Aruba,” said Mr. Paul Gielen, General Manager of Wind Creek Aruba. “The generosity and spirit of our guests were truly inspiring, and we are proud to contribute to such impactful causes.”
Wind Creek Aruba’s revamped charity selection process proved to be a highlight of the event. Ten carefully selected charities were invited to participate, each presenting compelling videos to vie for financial support. This year’s selection emphasized aiding older people and supporting youth facing challenging circumstances. Community members played a crucial role in determining which organizations would benefit from the event’s proceeds through an online voting process.
The grand prize winner of $15,000, Club Kibrahacha
The runners-up with $10.000 each
Stichting Hunto Inloophuis
Fundashon Hospice Atardi
Sonrisa
Fundacion Contra Violencia Relacional – FCVR
Given the overwhelming interest shown throughout the voting process, Wind Creek Aruba also selected 5 additional organizations who receive $2,000 each, making this a total of $65.000 in prizes.
The 5 organizations were:
ADRA Teen Mother Project
Ambiente Nobo
Give Me A Break
BUMP Aruba
Fundacion Biba Bou Guia
Gielen added, “It’s heartwarming to see the community unite for such a meaningful cause. We’re excited to continue building strong relationships with these charities and supporting their efforts to make a tangible difference in the lives of those in need.”
The event provided an unforgettable dining experience and served as a platform for key community leaders to connect and collaborate. The evening was a celebration of giving back and reinforcing the bond within the community.
The evening was a celebration of giving back and reinforcing the bond within the community. The event provided an unforgettable dining experience and served as a platform for key community leaders to connect and collaborate.
The event was made possible thanks to the contribution and support of several esteemed organizations including Wind Creek Hospitality, Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort, Caribbean Overseas, Tropical Bottling, Arion Wine Company, Boma Aruba, Elite Production, Express Events & Party Rentals, and Bix Brandimport NV. Additional sponsors include: Andmar manpower, Al Jazar, Aruba Laundry, Aruba Trading Co, Bright Bakery, Bersah, Bee haven, Bite! Communications, Compra, CBS, Carex, Caribbean Bakery, Duro Entertianment, EcoTech, Flora Market, Frasa, Great Wall Fireworks, High Performance, Interpan, Live Music Aruba, Ling & Sons, Mercal, Nani Pan, New York Laundry, Pricemart, and Paleis Hindu.
As Wind Creek Aruba looks to the future, the commitment to community impact and disaster relief remains a cornerstone of its operations. The success of the 6th Annual Long Table Aruba is a testament to the power of collective effort and the enduring spirit of giving.
