NEW YORK (1010 WINS) -- It's that time of year again: Hungerthon.
WHYHunger, a national leader in the movement to end hunger, launched its annual Thanksgiving Holiday Fundraiser Friday. It’s the 34th annual Hungerthon drive aimed at raising money and awareness in the fight against Hunger and to "advance the human right to nutritious food in the U.S. and around the world."
Last year's Hungerthon was the third in a row that the fundraiser brought in more than a $1 million, says WHYHunger’s Executive Director Noreen Springstead.
The campaign brings together celebrity supporters including Yoko Ono Lennon, Carlos Santana, Bruce Springsteen, Tom Morello, Mickey Factz and Frzy among others, andradio partners including SiriusXM and Entercom New York stations and their digital platforms for a month of action and awareness building.
"I’m thrilled to once again be a part of the time-honored tradition of Hungerthon to help support sustainable solutions for combatting hunger and achieving a just food system. Hunger is a solvable problem, and with the support and participation of individuals throughout this year’s campaign, we will be one step closer to combating the hunger epidemic at large and ensuring everyone’s right to nutritious food," said Ono Lennon.
Hungerthon engages public participation throughout the holiday season in various ways including:
Hungerthon Merchandise:
Supporters are encouraged to visit Hungerthon.org and make a donation in exchange for signature gifts from celebrities including a Bruce Springsteen Hungry Heart t-shirt and zip hoodie, Carlos Santana "Supernatural" scarf and John Lennon "Imagine There’s No Hunger" t-shirt and knit blanket, among others.
Charity Auctions:
An extensive celebrity-driven online auction through CharityBuzz will include many hot ticket items and experiences including:
Autographed guitars from Drive-By-Truckers, Kenny Loggins, Tedeschi Trucks Band and Tom Morello.
Guest DJ experience with SiriusXM Hosts and Channels.
Meet & Greet with CBS Evening News Anchor Norah O’Donnell.
Sports experiences with the NY Giants, NY Yankees, NFL Today, NY Mets, NY Red Bulls.
Tickets to James Corden and Stephen Colbert.
Hungerthon-on Air:
Tuesday, November 26th, WhyHunger will host its annual Live Hungerthon Day via its radio partners at Entercom New York including 1010 WINS, WFAN Sports Radio 66 & 101.9 FM, WCBS Newsradio 880, 101.1 WCBS-FM, ALT 92.3, NEW 102.7, New York’s Country 94.7. Live broadcasts feature interviews, auctions for unique experiences, exclusive Hungerthon merchandise and more. Donations are accepted online at Hungerthon.org or via the volunteer-staffed phone room (1-800-5-HUNGRY).
The Live Hungerthon day has been supported by Entercom New York stations since 1985.
Since launching over three decades ago, Hungerthon has raised millions of dollars in the fight to end hunger and invest in community-driven solutions to build social justice for all. To find out more information and support this year’s Hungerthon, visit Hungerthon.org and follow the conversation on social media via #Hungerthon.