Young volunteers aged between 16 and 25 have been invited to apply for grants of £50 to fund their ideas for a neighbourhood lunch.
Young people across the UK are already preparing for the event by sending out invitations to people in their local area.
The young event organisers are growing fruit and vegetables, creating art and decorations and forming street bands.
Paul Twivy, chief executive of The Big Lunch, said that young people's energy and talents could help bring communities together.
He said: "Whether through art, food, entertainment or music, young people have a vital role to play in the success of The Big Lunch simply by volunteering their time and their creativity."
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