[NOTE: If you are already familiar with the program and would like to sign on as '1 of 52' in your state/community: Click Here & Fill out this Form to Join as '1 of 52']
What is it we are asking you to do?
The '1 of 52' Hunger Network is asking you to take a minimum of one action to help end hunger in your state / community in one week annually .
- There is no membership dues, it costs you nothing except what your action is to participate.
- You may take action in anyway you feel comfortable (see suggestions below*).
- We do ask, that if for any reason you decide to no longer participate, that you help us find someone to replace yourself. (In this way, the network will self-perpetuate.)
What is the '1 of 52' Hunger Network?
The 1 of 52 Hunger Network is a grassroots network of local and national, artists, individuals and organizations dedicated to ending hunger. These participants are organized in a very simple program that creates strength in numbers and brings about ongoing, consistent action.- What is the '1 OF 52' Concept?
- In each state and/or community, we are organizing a permanent network of a minimum of 52 hunger activists, each representing one week of the year, who to take a minimum of one action in one week annually to help end hunger. Each participant become '1 of 52' others united in the cause of ending hunger.
We're organizing on two levels: first, uniting all those who are already taking action annually, and secondly, creating the infrastructure, example and invitation for others to get involved.
One hundred percent of all proceeds donated through the '1 of 52' Network go directly to the hunger relief agency of your choice. (See below.)
Participation can be relatively simple depending on which level of action you choose to take. Start where you can and plan ahead to build upon that foundation every year.
As this effort accelerates from the grassroots level and gains publicity, each participant will be recognized for their involvement.Note: If you are already taking action to help end hunger, consider simply adding your name and actions to our national roster to continually unite & strengthen all our individual efforts.
How You Can Help
*Take any combination of actions:
If you are a Musician or Artist of any type, Your action(s) could include:
**Note: If you decide to make a monetary contribution,
100% goes directly to the hunger relief agency of your choice.
How is the program organized?
To insure a minimum of 52 in each state or community, each participant is designated to represent one calendar week of the year. You become '1 of 52' others all acting in concert. You will represent that week for as long as you choose to participate. (Your action does not necessarily have to occur during the exact week you choose as long as one action is taken annually to represent your designated week.)
If for any reason you decide no longer to participate, we request that you help us find a replacement for your designated week. Your assistance helps us assure that what you began will self perpetuate. Just be sure to notify us of any changes.YOU decide what action you'll take. YOU decide what week of the year you'll take your action. (Many choose a week that is of significance to them.) If you don't already have a plan of action, we provide one and will suggest what week of the year might need filling.
(See the 1of 52 AHN FAQ page for more detailed information.)
Planning your action
Decide how, when, and where you can take an action toward ending hunger.
Then fill out the information form by clicking on the link above and email or 'snail-mail' it to us.
Please give us as much advance notice as possible. With sufficient notice and enough detailed information, we can try to help you generate publicity for your event.
If making a direct monetary contribution
Make any check or money order directly payable to the hunger organization of your choice.
When asked, we suggest Second Harvest and their network of food banks.
(See below.)
Please note "The 1 of 52 Network" on the check's memo line. Mail the donation to:
The 1 Of 52 Hunger Network
Attn: Steve Maciel
175 Hazard Rd
West Greenwich, RI 02817
If you prefer, you may mail your contribution directly to the payee, but please send us a note of it so we can keep our records up to date.Rhode Island Contributions
Contributions from Rhode Island artists may be made to:
The Rhode Island Community Food Bank, 200 Niantic Av., Providence, RI 02907. Ph. 401942-MEAL, Fax, 942-2EAT
Contributions in Other StatesContributions may be made to your state's Feeding America network food bank (contact us for listings) or on a national level to: Feeding America, 116 South Michigan Av, 4th Fl, Chicago, IL 60603. www.feedingamerica.org
This is an opportunity for you as an individual to make a major difference by becoming part of a network of like-minded, concerned individuals.
Thank you for caring! Steve
For even more info, see FAQS page
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