What is a 30 Hour Famine?

The 30 Hour Famine is turning 30! Thousands of groups like yours are coming together to raise funds for kids who are hungry around the world, many of whom have been made more vulnerable by the lasting effects of COVID-19. Whether you do the Famine every year, or have never done it, 2021 is the year to join!

What time does the 40 Hour Famine start?

8pm
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.

What is the purpose of 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 can you eat for 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. Find a good time for your Famine. Many participants do this over a weekend (Friday evening through Sunday morning).

What can I eat during 40 Hour Famine?

Why do we do the 30 Hour Famine?

Do the 30 Hour Famine! 30 hours to help children access the food they need to survive and thrive. This year, thousands of young people around the world will do the 30 Hour Famine — going without food for 30 hours to raise awareness and funds for those who go hungry every day.

How many hours can you fast in a famine?

Age restrictions apply: 0–13 years are only allowed to fast for 20 hours whilst 14+ years can fast for up to 40 hours. ^ a: World Vision does not address the global famine events in one general term, but rather address them in regionally specific names. The 30 Hour Famine is the most popular and earliest event amongst all.

When did the 40 Hour Famine start in New Zealand?

The 40 Hour Famine, New Zealand ‘s largest youth fundraiser, is an annual World Vision New Zealand campaign aimed at providing New Zealanders with a unique experience, as a catalyst for fundraising. The 40 Hour Famine was launched in 1975 by World Vision.

How did the World Vision famine event start?

It started in 1971 when 17-year-old Ruth Roberts and 14 friends in Calgary, Alberta staged an event in a church basement to see what it was like to be hungry and raise money and awareness for children suffering during a famine. The funds raised went to World Vision.