Do they still do the 40 Hour Famine?

The 40 Hour Famine was launched in 1975 by World Vision. This first 40 Hour Famine, on 15–17 August 1975, had 10,000 participants and raised NZ$265,000. Since then, the 40 Hour Famine has continued to grow, raising over $2.5 million through 118,000 participants.

What can you eat during 40 Hour 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.

What day is the 40 Hour Famine?

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.

How do I participate in the 40 Hour Famine?

Simply head on over to the 40 hour famine registration page where you’ll find all the information to sign-up, stand up and speak out. Participating means you can help change their story.

Which countries do 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 many countries are participating in the 40 Hour Famine during 2021?

For 40 hours participants go without something important, raising much-needed awareness and funds for World Vision’s work to address hunger and the threat of famine. Since 1975, the 40 Hour Famine has raised over $200 million to support projects across 26 countries.

Where does 40 Hour Famine money go?

Together with tens of thousands of Kiwis, you raised a massive $1.8 million! The funds are already giving kids in sub-Saharan Africa life-saving food and their families the tools to build a hunger-free future.

Who gets involved in the 40 Hour Famine?

The World Vision 40 Hour Famine is New Zealand’s largest youth fundraising campaign. Every year since 1975, tens of thousands of young Kiwis have taken a stand through a 40 Hour Challenge to raise money and bring hope to thousands of children living in poverty in more than 40 countries.

What countries participate in the 40 Hour Famine?

Who started World Vision?

Robert Pierce
World Vision International/Founders

Helping one little girl with $5 in his pocket, Bob Pierce starts World Vision. Coming to the aid of stranded Vietnamese refugees with Operation Seasweep.

How many countries do the 40 Hour Famine?

How many people participated in the 40 Hour Famine?

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.

Is there a 40 Hour Famine in the world?

The 40 hour famine is back! And we can’t wait for you to join us. Right now, 34 million people around the world are on the verge of 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.

Who are the 40 Hour Famine Challenge team?

Quinn, Kiani, Kate and Aidan swam a total of 40km in the ocean, DURING WINTER for their World Vision 40 Hour Famine challenge! Ah-mazing work team! Sara sewed a collection of clothes that she sold out in under an hour to raise funds for the World Vision 40 Hour Famine.

Who are the winners of World Vision 40 Hour Famine?

Check out all the 2021 World Vision 40 Hour Famine award winners. Congratulations to your People’s Choice: Auahatanga, Most Creative Award winners! Quinn, Kiani, Kate and Aidan swam a total of 40km in the ocean, DURING WINTER for their World Vision 40 Hour Famine challenge!