How can I fundraise for 40 Hour Famine?

How can I fundraise for 40 Hour Famine?

The easiest way to fundraise for the World Vision 40 Hour Famine, is with your own online fundraising page. Set up your own personalised fundraising page, which you can link to your school or church team to reach your fundraising targets together.

What countries participate in the 40 Hour Famine?

Australians and New Zealanders are the only youth to tough it out for 40 hours, with other nations participating for 30, 24, 20, 12 and 8 hours. Hunger and malnutrition are the world’s number one health risk. The first 40 Hour Famine was held in Victoria with more than 16,000 participants raising $570,000.

How does 30 Hour Famine work?

What is the 30 Hour Famine? Take a virtual youth group retreat, thought-provoking Bible studies, games, inspirational videos, and more — and mash them all up into an unforgettable day-and-a-half of going without food to raise funds for the hungry.

When did 40 Hour Famine start?

The official World Vision 40 Hour Famine starts at 8pm on Friday 25th June and ends midday Sunday 27th June 2021. If you’re unable to complete your challenge that weekend you can choose a different time that works for you! You’ll still make such a big impact just by being a part of it and fundraising.

Do people still do the 40 Hour Famine?

The 40 hour famine is back! Right now, 41 million people are at risk of falling into famine. The cost of doing nothing in countries where children and communities have been devastated by conflict, extreme weather events, COVID-19 and now the risk of starvation – is too great – many will not survive.

What does World Vision do for 40 Hour Famine?

World Vision is a global Christian organization dedicated to helping poverty-stricken families through various programs. One of them is the annual 40-Hour Famine in which people volunteer to give up something they love for 40 consecutive hours. Typically what they give up is food (hence,…

How to get started with the 40 Hour Famine?

Getting Started Check your eligibility. Go to the 40 Hour Famine website, or sign up at a school, church or community center. Choose a challenge. Consume barley sugars (hard candy) and rice or something similar if you are going without food. Find a good time for your Famine.

Can a 12 year old join the famine?

Children under 12 are allowed to join the Famine for only eight hours. Consider, too, any health conditions you have, such as blood pressure issues, diabetes, or depression. If you intend to give up food, ask your doctor if that’s a good idea in your case. If you want to fast, don’t do it if you’re sick.

What foods can you eat during a famine?

Consume barley sugars (hard candy) and rice or something similar if you are going without food. The Famine permits you to eat these to maintain energy. Find a good time for your Famine.