Heifer 101

On Saturday May 2nd eight dedicated volunteers attended the Seattle offering of Heifer 101. We were presented with many facts and figures about world hunger in general and about how Heifer works towards its goal of ending this tragedy. For some of us it was an introduction to how Heifer works. For others it was a review - but from my perspective, a review that excites and energizes me all over again. Based on the questions that were being asked by both newcomers and seasoned volunteers, it seemed that everyone was wanting to embrace Heifer's mission of ending hunger and poverty in the world.

We enjoyed a tasty lunch of soup, salad, and bread, with yummy cookies as a treat.

Thanks, Eliza, for all your work in putting this workshop on. It was well worth it.

Bloggers Unite!

Unite For Hunger And Hope

http://www.heifer.org/site/c.slI3IdNVJuE/b.4861851…

April 29, 2009

Objective:
All you have to do to help end world hunger is to join thousands of others bloggers on April 29 and write a post about world hunger.

BlogCatalog members and Heifer International are partnering to call for the end of world hunger and start of hope on April 29. All we ask is that you join thousands of other bloggers and write a post about world hunger on April 29. You can make a difference.

• Right now, more than 500 million people are living in "absolute poverty" and more than 15 million children die of hunger every year.

• World Health Organization estimates that one-third of the population is underfed and another third is starving.

• Even in the United States, 46 percent of African-American children and 49 percent of Latino children are considered chronically hungry.

Organizations like Heifer International are the solution. Every day in April, Heifer International is lifting people out of poverty by providing communities with livestock and agricultural training to improve lives and inspire hope. What can you do?

• Join this event and add a badge to your blog before April 29.

• Watch for upcoming news releases and topic backgrounders.

• Visit Heifer International to learn more about Pass On The Gift.

• Make a small donation or take some other action to end world hunger.

• Post about world hunger on April 29 with links to solutions all over the world.

new look is here

Here's the first look at the newly redesigned blog. Please let me know of any and all comments, constructive criticisms, etc. It's a work in progress!

new look coming soon

Good news! We're working to update the blog and give it a fresh new look. We'll get back to adding minutes of our meetings, as well as a calendar to have a place of easy reference for upcoming events, helping us all to stay connected more easily. Check back soon!

Seattle Heifer U

Mark Saturday October 11th on your calendar!

• Interested in learning how communities around the world are addressing hunger and poverty while restoring local ecosystems?
• Curious about how you can promote socially just and sustainable actions within your community and around the world?
• Looking to connect with a diverse group of people and be empowered to create positive change?

Heifer U invites concerned citizens over the age of 15 to explore the challenges of global hunger and poverty and come away determined to be a part of the solution.

Saturday, October 11th
10am - 3pm
Lunch will be provided.

Location TBA.

To RSVP for this event or for more information, please contact:
Eliza Penick
Community Relations Coordinator - Pacific Northwest
206-547-5696
eliza.penick@heifer.org

Read to Feed in Bellevue

Check out what local volunteer Tina Freed inspired a Bellevue school to do!
Lake Hills Elementary.

Come see us at the Green Festival!

Saturday, April 12th, 10am to 8pm
Sunday, April 13th, 11am to 6pm
Washington State Convention & Trade Center