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THE 20 HOUR FAMINE - BOSTON
APRIL 17-18, 2015
JOIN US FOR THE FIRST CHINESE-AMERICAN 20 HOUR FAMINE!
We invite you to the Famine Rally, a group event for participants to come together and fast for 20 hours! We will experience the hunger together to remind ourselves that there are millions of people in the world who experience extreme hunger on a daily basis.
*All proceeds from the ticket sales will be donated to World Vision's Niger Food program.
EVENT DETAILS:
- Fast Begins: April 17, 2015 9:00pm (off-site)
- Fast Ends: April 18, 2015 5:00pm (on-site)
- 20 Hour Famine Rally Date & Time: April 18, 2015 1 p.m. - 5 :30 p.m.
- Location: Ruggles Baptist Church, 874 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02215
- Program: Live music, food, interactive games, presentation and other surprises!
FAQs
Q: Is fasting for 20 hours safe?
A: For most people, going without food for 20 hours is perfectly safe. There are a few exceptions — like kids under 12, the elderly, pregnant or nursing women, and people with certain medical conditions or eating disorders. The Famine is a juice/smoothie fast, which means entrants are to drink with plenty of water and juice throughout the 20 hours.
If you have any questions or concerns about fasting, check with a doctor before you or your children participate. We also have plenty of alternatives to a traditional food fast if you deem that more appropriate.
The 1-2-3 of Famine fasting
- Sleep lots. Lower calorie intake means lower energy levels, so encourage entrants to get a decent amount of sleep before and during fasting.
- Hydrate more. Make sure that plenty of juice and water are on hand during your event to ensure proper hydration. Be tummy-friendly by avoiding acidic juices like OJ.
- Go for gut-friendly foods after the fast. Easy-to-digest foods like rice, pasta, and non-acidic fruits are best.
Q: Can I do Famine without fasting?
A: Fasting is a recognized part of the 20 Hour Famine, but it’s not required. If for any reason (medical or otherwise) someone can’t participate in a 20-hour food fast, there are alternatives.
• Techno-fast: Go without TV, the Internet, cellphones, video games, movies, etc. for a defined amount of time (except for online Famine fundraising . . . that’s still on the menu!).
• Single serving: Eat a single serving of rice or beans from a Dixie cup to get a perspective on what “portion control” means to those in extreme poverty.
• The “ONE”: What’s that one awesome food you just can’t live without? Chocolate? Chips? Taco Bell Fourth Meal? Live without it for a specific amount of time and put the money you would’ve spent toward helping hungry kids (along with your regular fundraising).
• Skip a meal or two rather than going the full 20 hours: Again, put the money you would’ve spent toward your fundraising goal.
Salissou lives in Niger. Here is his story.
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We hope to see you at the Famine Rally on April 18, 2015!
Have questions? We love questions. Please e-mail Cody Yiu, cyiu@worldvision.org.
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