Make a Difference on World Food Day
October 12, 2012
Ending world hunger seems like a monumental task, but the truth is each one of us can make a difference. Today, thousands of people are taking action for World Food Day, and this year’s event is shining light on agriculture cooperatives in particular. All our food and nourishment starts in one place: in the Earth and in the farmlands that cultivate it.
Join us in this effort to help feed the world, and spread the word! Here are just a few of the many ways you can make a difference today:
Donate Your Harvest: If your garden is sprouting in abundance, don’t let those beautiful crops go to waste. Organizations like Ample Harvest let you search for a local food pantry that will accept your garden surplus to help feed those in need.
Start a Food Drive: Get your neighborhood, schools, and community involved by collecting canned goods and donating them to your local food bank. Don’t forget to include some gluten-free or vegan options, too!
Host a World Food Day Dinner: Meaningful actions start with conversation, and what better way to discuss the importance of food than over dinner with loved ones? Start a guest list and sign up to host a World Food Day meal. You’ll receive free materials, like placemats and discussion guides, to help foster a conversation about where our food comes from, who cultivates it, and what actions you can take to make our system more sustainable for everyone.
Share & Tell: Awareness is half the battle. Follow World Food Day on Facebook, learn about the issues at hand, and help spread the facts on hunger. Did you know that nearly one in seven people suffers from undernourishment? Did you know that the world has the resources to feed them all? Imagine what we could do if everyone knew about this!
What other actions are you planning for World Food Day?