MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) – The Knit for Food Knit-a-thon, a 12 hour crafting event in support of organizations feeding the hungry, is gearing up for its fourth annual event on Saturday, March 23, 2024 from 10am-10pm ET.
The first Knit for Food Knit-a-thon was launched on March 8, 2021, with the goal of raising a total of $10,000 to be contributed to Feeding America, World Central Kitchen, No Kid Hungry, and Meals on Wheels. The event was a major success, raising more than $265,000 with 100% of the funds collected split evenly between the four organizations. In 2022 we raised over $271,000 and in 2023 knitters raised $340,000. We anticipate 2024 to be our biggest year ever, which means knitters will have raised over one million dollars to combat hunger and food insecurity.
Food insecurity has become a reality for even more Americans as the cost of basic food items has increased due to inflation. Far too many Americans struggle to put food on the table. Our participants are committed to raising funds to help ease this unnecessary suffering.
On March 23, 2024, knitters from across the country will join together to participate in 12 hours of knitting. Everyone is welcome to participate in their choice of craft – it doesn’t have to be knitting. The critical aspect is raising funds. For those who raise $100 or more there will be morning and evening Zoom events that will include presentations by each of the four charities, knitting ergonomics, exercise for knitters, games and knitertainment!
Let’s take two sticks, some string, and help keep bellies and hearts full!
There are several ways to participate:
- Sign up to knit! Reach out to friends and family and ask them to sponsor your marathon.
- Donate! Your money can help give someone a meal.
- Spread the word! Tell your friends, family, guild, and any knitter you know!
Related Links:
Fundraising page: https://givebutter.com/knitforfood24
Information page: http://www.nelkindesigns.com/index.cfm/page/knitathon.htm
2023′s Knit for Food Recap: https://nelkindesigns.blogspot.com/2023/12/from-stitches-to-meals-how-2023-knit.html
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