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Bread for the World: Ending Hunger through Advocacy and Action

Bread for the World is an ecumenical bipartisan advocacy organization working to end hunger and poverty globally. Join us in advocating for policies and programs that make a difference. Make your voice heard today!

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Bread for the World: Ending Hunger through Advocacy and Action

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  1. Bread for the World is acollective Christian voice urging our nation’s decision makers to end hunger at home and abroad. By changing policies, programs, and conditions that allow hunger and poverty to persist, we provide help and opportunity far beyond the communities in which we live. What is Bread for the World?

  2. ecumenical bipartisan a justice leader an advocacy organization with years of experience and success a way to maximize personal letters and emails Bread for the World is

  3. Our work makes a difference!

  4. Global hunger and poverty rates have been cut nearly in half during the past 30 years. In countries such as Ghana, Honduras, and Nepal, stunting has been reduced by nearly one-third in approximately 10 years. We’ve made great progress against hunger…

  5. Today, nearly 821 million people in the world—11 percent of the world’s population—remain hungry. One in 4 children are affected by stunting, resulting in irreversible life consequences. …but we still have work to do.

  6. “For I know the plans I have for you” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” —Jeremiah 29:11 Better Nutrition, Better Tomorrow

  7. Urge Congress to support a global initiative to accelerate progress on nutrition Urge Congress to protect and increase funding for global nutrition Our Goals:

  8. Make it personal. Describe what motivated you to write. Make your requestclear. Include youraddress in theletter. Key Components of a Letter to Congress

  9. I ask you to support legislation and increased funding to accelerate progress on global malnutrition. Almost half of all child deaths worldwide are linked to malnutrition. The children who survive remain at high risk of irreversible stunting, which affects their physical and cognitive development. For 151 million children under the age of 5, the majority in Central America, South Asia, and Sub-Saharan Africa, stunting is a life sentence. We are making progress, but it is far too slow. Increased access to nutritious food and vitamins, supporting breastfeeding, and ensuring safe drinking water and sanitation will enable more children to grow and reach their full potential. My faith calls me to have compassion and stand alongside women and children around the world. I urge you to increase our nation's commitment and investment in efforts to advance global nutrition. Sincerely, [Your Name and Address] Dear Congress:

  10. Become a Bread member Join/start a local Bread Team Visit your member of Congress Become a Bread CovenantChurch Visit bread.org/join Get Involved!

  11. Thank You! www.bread.org/OL

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