Global Food Crisis Day : March 11th, 2009

// March 10th, 2009 // life

It amazes me that it’s 2009. Aren’t we supposed to have flying cars and our own personal robots by now? I was really hoping for that Star Trek “beam me up” thing so I wouldn’t have to fly anymore… guess I’ll keep waiting.

However, I find my self absolutely astonished that I even have to bring this up… World hunger (the ability to get food, people starving). It’s not just in third world countries, it’s on every continent. Am I alone in thinking that if there is one thing that CAN be fixed in this world, it would be feeding people… we aren’t talking rocket science here. Just a year or so ago I grew tomatoes and strawberries in my back yard. If I can do it, trust me, anyone can!!!

Ok, I’m not here to preach. I just know this is something we CAN get our head around if we all take the time to move forward, together, at the same time.

Here is some info…read, then click on the banner and do what you can to be a part of fixing this problem.

The global food crisis threatens the lives of millions and has been called a “silent tsunami,” unleashing turmoil against the most vulnerable children. The Secretary-General of the UN calls it a “moral outrage” and estimates that as much as $40 billion a year is required for the next three to five years.

Compassion International exists as an advocate for children in poverty and works in some of the areas hardest hit by this crisis. We are providing solutions through local churches with nutritional provision and long-term strategies, such as agricultural education, training and tools, so that those consumed by this crisis have the opportunity to grow and prepare their own food.

We ask you to join us by donating so that our program staff will have the resources necessary to fight this global food crisis with success.