This past week, an electrifying atmosphere of community and philanthropy enveloped our airwaves, social feeds, and hearts. I am elated to inform you about the launch of the leaderboard for the 2023 “Hunger Strike” fundraiser during a live podcast that captivated audiences far and wide. As the name suggests, the purpose of this noble endeavor is simple yet profound: to fight hunger in Washington state.
We had the honor of hosting District Governor Kaj Pedersen and Membership Chair, Tim Leahy, as our special guests. Tim Leahy spoke eloquently about the impact “Hunger Strike” has on Rotary club’s membership. This event is not just a medium to introduce Rotary to new community members; it has a twofold benefit. Leahy emphasized that “Hunger Strike” is beneficial for member retention, bringing club members together in a fun and impactful manner.
District Governor Kaj Pedersen
The impact of HUNGER STRIKE
Membership Chair Tim Leahy
The impact of HUNGER STRIKE on Membership
The fundraiser kicked off in August with an online team fundraising segment. Teams of inspired and generous individuals have been competing to raise as much as they can. This online campaign will ultimately culminate in an in-person bowling event at participating locations throughout the district. How can you join this wave of goodwill? It’s simple—head over to rotaryhungerstrike.org, locate your club or community, and form or join a team. Every Rotary club in our district has a Team Fundraising page open to both members and anyone in the club’s community interested in making a difference.
I am thrilled to extend my hearty congratulations to Jodi Pollitt, who won the first of three drawings for a 7-Day Hawaiian stay, courtesy of her successful fundraising efforts—raising more than $150.
In terms of fund allocation, 50% of the proceeds will go to Harvest Against Hunger, while the remaining 50% will be channeled to each club’s selected hunger relief program.
It is initiatives like “Hunger Strike” that breathe life into the phrase ‘community spirit,’ showing us the kind of change that’s possible when we band together. We hope you’ll join us in this meaningful journey towards alleviating hunger, one fun activity and donation at a time.
Thank you for your support and commitment to making our world a better place.
