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Oxfam supporters have a long history of working for change. On the Thursday before Thanksgiving 1974, 250,000 people nationwide participated in the first Oxfam America Fast for a World Harvest; they fasted for the day or a meal, donating their food money to Oxfam. So began a national movement to alleviate global poverty and hunger.

More than just a means of addressing hunger issues, the Fast has come to symbolize the grassroots nature of working together for change. And there are many ways to help.

Host a special food crisis Hunger Banquet® event this fall

In the past six months, 100 million people, no longer able to afford the food they need, have joined the ranks for the hungry. Help raise awareness of the global food crisis by hosting your own food crisis Hunger Banquet®. The following materials will help ensure that your event is a success. Login or register for free materials, then go to our resource page to download:

• Fast for a World Harvest Sourcebook to help you plan your event step by step.
• Food Crisis Hunger Banquet® script, a special version created just for these events.
• Food Crisis Fact Sheet, for background information and to use as a hand out.
• Organizer & sign up form, return these and receive an Oxfam t-shirt as our thank you.

And check out the other free materials, including posters and banners that will help you host a memorable event.

Fast Features

	A Seat at the Table Step into the world where food is often scarce and difficult decisions have to be made every day. A Seat at the Table is an interactive educational experience based on Oxfam America's Hunger Banquet® event.
	Host an Oxfam America Hunger Banquet® Event Few experiences bring to life the inequalities in our world more powerfully than an Oxfam America Hunger Banquet event.
	Organize another event Become part of an important tradition by organizing any one of a range of Fast events and donating the proceeds to Oxfam America. Your efforts will raise awareness about global hunger and poverty and will motivate others to make a difference.
	Attend an event Turn your concern and your desire to make a difference into action! Check for Fast events in your area.