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At a celebration this past Monday, it was announced that Hunger Hike 2015 not only raised a record amount but also exceeded the 2015 fundraising goal. For the first time in the 50 year history of Hunger Hike — the amount raised exceeded $100,000. The total is $100,282 in cash donations plus $1,000 in donations of gift cards.
Special thanks to the Lafayette Life Foundation for our final 2015 donation of $5,000 which took us over top.
A majority of the money comes from local churches and their fundraising efforts. The top church fundraisers this year were as follows:
Hunger Hike was also blessed with donations from many local companies. The top event sponsor donations this year were as follows:
On hand for the celebration were two of the Hunger Hike honorary co-chairs —
The celebration was capped off with the presentation of checks to representatives of the three sponsoring organizations —
($1,000 in gift cards), with each organization receiving $33,760.
The proceeds from Hunger Hike 2015 will have a tremendous & immediate positive impact on the Fight Against Hunger — locally, regionally & globally. Thank you all again for making history this year at Hunger Hike.
Please mark your calendars for next year’s Hunger Hike event weekend — September 17 & 18, 2016. More information may be found on the Hunger Hike website at www.hungerhike.org.
If you wish to become a Hunger Hike 2016 event sponsor, please call or email Joe Micon (765-423-2691 | jmicon@lumserve.org).
If you wish to make an individual donation to Hunger Hike, click HERE.
More photos from the recent Hunger Hike celebration may be found HERE.
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Hunger Hike Crushes Goal – $113,000 & Counting
Despite the rain, the Hunger Hike fundraiser carried on with spirited determination, and the results were nothing short of spectacular! The turnout was remarkable, demonstrating the incredible support from our community. It was heartwarming to see a range of participants, from Zumba enthusiasts to Purdue Pete, elected officials, religious leaders & groups, local businesses, school groups, and the Purdue Crew Team, all coming together for this important cause. The day was filled with joy, music, popsicles, a delightful hot dog picnic, clowns, face painting, princesses, and even soothing massages – a true celebration of unity and compassion.
Even more astonishing, the fundraiser didn’t just meet its goal – it exceeded it! With a goal of $113,000 in mind, Hunger Hike is thrilled to announce that a total of $116 000 has been raised so far. This incredible generosity will undoubtedly make a significant impact on the fight against hunger. But the good news doesn’t stop there – donations are still welcome! Every additional contribution will further strengthen our mission to combat hunger and support those in need in our community.
A heartfelt thank you to all who participated, donated, and made Hunger Hike a resounding success. Your kindness and dedication inspire us to continue this vital work, rain or shine. Together, we are making a positive difference in the lives of others and taking significant strides in ending hunger. To view more PHOTOS, click HERE.
Hunger Hike 2024 is scheduled for the afternoon of Sunday, September 22. If you wish to make a donation to Hunger Hike 2024, click the button below. If you are interested in becoming a Hunger Hike 2024 event sponsor, email info@hungerhike.org.
Here’s what you need to know to begin raising money and “fighting hunger.”
Hunger Hike is an annual community fundraising event whose mission is to Raise Awareness & Make a Difference in the Fight Against Hunger — locally, regionally & globally. Hunger Hike (Celebration & 1.5K Walk) event details are as follows:
Hunger Hike is the perfect event for a team or group — church group, student organization, civic group or your family. Put together a Hunger Hike team and start raising money using our online fundraising site — or any way you choose. We hope you’ll consider joining our Fight against Hunger. Here’s how to get started:
If you would like to become a Hunger Hike Event Sponsor, email info@hungerhike.org for more information.
Hunger Hike 2015 is one of the most well respected and longest running fundraising events in our community. What’s special about this event is the focus on simply Fighting Hunger & Feeding Families.
This year there will be face painting, Zumba, massages, hot dogs, and music — and you’ll be able to meet Purdue Pete & cheerleaders, the Purdue Volleyball & Women’s Basketball teams and three Purdue coaches as well as see the Boilermaker Special. Keep raising money for Hunger Hike until we meet our goal — and join us for the Hunger Hike events this weekend to celebrate.
Hunger Hike details and schedule is as follows:
Hunger Hike Kick-Off event
Sunday, September 20
Riehle Plaza, N 2nd Street, Lafayette
To view the 3K Walk route map, click HERE.
HH5K Run
Saturday, September 19
Celery Bog Nature Area, 1780 Cumberland Ave., West Lafayette
More information:
Hunger Hike is an annual Fall community fundraising weekend which includes the traditional 3K Walk on Sunday as well as a 5K run on Saturday. This year Hunger Hike is Saturday, September 19 & Sunday, September 20, 2015.
All Hunger Hike proceeds directly support the Lafayette Urban Ministry food assistance programs including the St. John’s/LUM Food Pantry, Food Finders Food Bank, Inc., and St. Thomas Aquinas Center’s Haitian Ministry including the Haiti Water Purification Project. Since early 1990s Lafayette Urban Ministry, St. Thomas Aquinas Center and Food Finders Food Bank, Inc. have been organizing a walk to support food programs locally, regionally and globally. Formerly known as the Crop Walk, it was officially renamed Hunger Hike in 1993.
Today, Hunger Hike gives companies, organizations, families & individuals many ways to be a part of a community event with a tremendous positive impact on “Fighting Hunger.”
Hunger Hike participants and teams come in many shapes and sizes — some are high school teams, Purdue learning communities, businesses, sororities — and local churches. Church teams are the most consistent and successful fundraisers for Hunger Hike each year — and many use creative methods to get their members engaged and get them to give. One of our best examples is what’s happening over at Bethany Presbyterian Church in Lafayette.
Through the leadership of their pastor, Rev. Kevin A. Bowers, members of Bethany have participated is some unique competitions over the years raising close to $3000 annually for Hunger Hike. One year, Bethany members were asked to donate to Hunger Hike and signify “Colts” or “Steelers.” The football team that had the most money would determine which jersey Pastor Kevin, who is a loyal Pittsburgh Steelers fan, would be wearing to the Steelers/Colts game in Indianapolis.
Last year, capitalizing on the “ice bucket challenge” phenomenon, the top fundraiser had the privilege of dumping a bucket of ice water on the Pastor. This year as part of something they are calling “Block a Hymn,” any contributor of $75.00 or more will be able to select a Hymn that they will not sing at church services for an entire year. Those members whose favorite hymns have been blocked have the option of buying it back for $75.00. A stir was created when one member chose to block Silent Night. It has already been bought back several times over.
Pastor Kevin Bowers shares that he is OK with being a little bit more unorthodox when it comes to raising money for Hunger Hike. He stated,
“Food insecurity is a troubling issue for our community — especially when it concerns children and the affect on their growth and development.
We can solve this problem — we just lack the will.”
Pastor Kevin’s hope is that each of the members of Bethany understands the importance of “sharing our blessings” and the responsibility we have for “reaching out and taking care of one another.” He also wants to create a fundraising plan that allows for really big donations as well as the smaller ones. Hunger Hike gives them a perfect opportunity to be a part of the something bigger — the Fight Against Hunger.
Bethany Presbyterian Church stands as an inspiration to all of us. Let’s take their lead and use the final two weeks leading up to Hunger Hike to reach the 2015 goal of $100,000.
To participate as an individual or team fundraiser with Hunger Hike, start HERE.
Hunger Hike 2015 has recently launched a new website — just in time for the September rush of fundraising activity.
The new website offers the latest technology to our participants to do everything online 24/7. It also includes tools for individuals who like to do their Hunger Hike fundraising the “old school” way — using sign-up sheets and going door-to-door.
The features of the new Hunger Hike are as follows:
The NEW Hunger Hike website makes it easier to participate in Hunger Hike and get information quickly and conveniently. We encourage everyone to use the Hunger Hike website to raise the maximum amount of money for this important cause.
For more information on Hunger Hike 2015, please visit and explore our new website at www.hungerhike.org.
Contacts:
Joe Micon
Executive Director
Lafayette Urban Ministry
765.423.2691
jmicon@lumserve.org
Katy Bunder
Executive Director
Food Finders Food Bank, Inc.
765.471.0062
kbunder@food-finders.org
Fr. Patrick Baikauskas, OP
Pastor, Director of Campus Ministry
St. Thomas Aquinas Center
765.743.4652
fatherpatrick@boilercatholics.org
Additional Information
Hunger Hike is an annual Fall community fundraising weekend which includes the traditional 3K Walk on Sunday as well as a 5K run on Saturday. This year Hunger Hike is Saturday, September 19 & Sunday, September 20, 2015.
All Hunger Hike proceeds directly support the Lafayette Urban Ministry food assistance programs including the St. John’s/LUM Food Pantry, Food Finders Food Bank, Inc., and St. Thomas Aquinas Center’s Haitian Ministry including the Haiti Water Purification Project. Since early 1990s Lafayette Urban Ministry, St. Thomas Aquinas Center and Food Finders Food Bank, Inc. have been organizing a walk to support food programs locally, regionally and globally. Formerly known as the Crop Walk, it was officially renamed Hunger Hike in 1993.
Today, Hunger Hike gives companies, organizations, families & individuals many ways to be a part of a community event with a tremendous positive impact on “Fighting Hunger.”
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Read the Hunger Hike Blog Posts and learn all about the Hunger Hike happenings. To view, click HERE.
See the most Recent Hunger Hike Posts, at the bottom of this page — and read more posts by selecting the month of the posts below the list of the most recent posts.
Blog Posts – Archive: | ALL | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 | 2013| 2012 |
2012 – LUM eNewsletters featuring Hunger Hike
December 13, 2012 – Hunger Hike Update
September 14, 2012 – Hunger Hike is Here
September 12, 2012 – Hunger Hike & Shelter Needs
September 6, 2012 – The Story of Angela
August 31, 2012 – Not The Marrying Kind
August 28, 2012 – Food Pantry Hot Needs
Hunger Hike in the News:
Archive of eNewsletters & LUM in the News
2013 – LUM eNewsletters featuring Hunger Hike
December 9, 2013 – Hunger Hike Exceeds Goal
September 26, 2013 – Autumn News
September 24, 2013 – Hunger Hike Fundraising Continues
September 19, 2013 – Hunger Hike ReCap
September 13, 2013 – Important Hunger Hike Information
September 12, 2013 – 3-days Until Hunger Hike
September 11, 2013 – Hunger Hike – Plus
September 10, 2013 – Don’t Miss Hunger Hike
September 9, 2013 – Hunger Hike — THIS SUNDAY
September 5, 2013 – Hunger Hike – Teams Needed
September 3, 2013 – Opportunities to Serve and Give
August 29, 2013 – Hunger Hike 2013 & Youth Trip Recap
August 22, 2013 – Hunger Hike Excitement
August 15, 2013 – First Week of School
August 12, 2013 – Hunger Hike Excitement
August 8, 2013 – On Racial Justice
April 23, 2013 – Hunger Hike 5K Run – Result
April 19, 2013 – Hunger Hike 5K Run is HERE
April 18, 2013 – Hunger Hike 5K Run – Media Event
April 17, 2013 – Hunger Hike 5K Run – Prizes & T-Shirts
April 15, 2013 – Hunger Hike 5K Run Moves to Munger Park
April 12, 2013 – Hunger Hike 5K & Follies
April 10, 2013 – LUM Camp is Approaching
April 8, 2013 – First Ever-Hunger Hike 5K Run-April 20
April 4, 2013 – Meet the LUM Executive Council
April 2, 2013 – Entertainment for the Follies
March 28, 2013 – Position Announcement – Bookkeeper
March 25, 2013 – Snowed In? Think Spring!
March 22, 2013 – Shelly the Labradoodle
March 15, 2013 – Spring Excitement
March 7, 2013 – Runners Wanted
March 1, 2013 – Upcoming Spring Programs: Follies & 5K
Hunger Hike in the News:
Archive of eNewsletters & LUM in the News