Kendall County Residents Can Walk To End Local And Global Hunger

KENDALL COUNTY, IL - Kendall County and Aurora will soon join more than 2,000 communities across the U.S. to help end hunger, both on a local and international level.

The Kendall County CROP Hunger Walk is set for Sunday, Sept. 24, at Oswego Presbyterian Church, 1976 Route 25. Festivities kick off at 1 p.m. with lunch, registration and activities for kids. This year's event represents a collaboration among members of about a dozen area churches. Walkers will step off at 1:30 p.m. on the Waubonsie Trail.

CROP Hunger Walks are community-wide events sponsored by Church World Service and organized by religious groups, businesses, schools and others in an effort to raise money to end hunger in the U.S. and around the world, according to the organization's website. The local fundraiser also supports the Kendall County Community Food Pantry, Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry and Sandwich Board.

Last year's Kendall County and Aurora CROP Walk yielded more than $10,000 in donations, leading coordinators to set their goal for this year at $15,000. Participants are hoping to rally 200 walkers, they said.

"CROP Hunger Walks are making a big difference worldwide, ensuring that more children reach their fifth birthdays," coordinators said, in a community alert. "Church World Service is teaching sustainable ways to grow food and provide additional sources of food and income to families facing extreme challenges. We hope that you will join us in helping to end hunger!"

To sign up, or for more information, contact Kathy Davidson at katdavidsn3@gmail.com or 630-674-7323.
You may also donate to the local fundraiser online, or visit the Church World Service website for details about the organization.

Photo courtesy of Kendall County and Aurora CROP Walk