Did you know that the World Vision 30 Hour Famine started in our very own city of Calgary? The first 30 Hour Famine began in 1971, when 17-year-old Ruth Roberts and his friends had a church basement event in Calgary to raise money for children suffering during a famine. Today, thousands of teens across Canada and several other countries pledge money and then fast for 30 hours. This year, I encourage everyone to become part of this amazing fundraising effort.
The 30 Hour Famine is one of the largest World Vision events, and together in unity with other youth, we can fight against hunger. To those in developing counties, many do not have adequate access to food, and they struggle to have enough to eat every single day. If you do not like the idea of a 30 hour fast, there are other ways to be involved, such as making direct donations or to give up something that they would not do normally. These participants can fast by giving up on things like cellphones, TV, social media, snacks, etc. Everyone and anyone can get involved to fight hunger in the 30 Hour Famine.
Ready to join? Just visit the official 30 Hour Famine Website to sign up and start fundraising. You may sign up as an individual, or join with friends as a group or team- anything works. In addition, there are many local famine events in your community that would love to have your support. Check out some amazing Famine Resources and get ready for the Global Famine Date on April 25 and 26, 2014. Start now, and make a change to see what hunger really is.
