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What will it take to end child hunger?
As we mark World Food Day on October 16th, we can see that progress has been made to reduce child hunger and malnutrition, but too many children still suffer.
Read October 2019 issueSEPTEMBER 2019
The impact of school meals on education
Feyine used to experience hunger pains and exhaustion at school. But then thanks to kind donors, she can now focus on her studies and not her empty stomach. Learn how daily school meals are crucial for a child’s development.
Read September 2019 issueAUGUST 2019
Resilience, empowerment and possibility: My journey to Ghana
Read about our Ghana programs in action. Chris Bosch, our VP, Programs writes about visiting the community of Sang. Thank you to our generous donors who are enabling change in this vibrant and resilient community and for making this work possible.
Read August 2019 issueJULY 2019
Miriam Mobilizes for Girls’ Rights
14-year-old Miriam has been raising awareness and inspiring action for girls’ rights at her school and with fellow students in her region of Uganda for several years now, ever since participating in the Children’s Parliament during International Day of the African Child (which takes place every year on June 16).
Read July 2019 issueJUNE 2019
Strong communities are stronger together
Friday, June 21st is National Indigenous Peoples Day! Robyn and her kokum (grandmother) Patty are celebrating the importance of honouring the land, and the food the land gives to the people. Thanks to our generous donors, raising animals, growing food and learning to cook is all part of preparing children for a healthy future.
Read June 2019 issueMAY 2019
Moms & Grandmoms making change
This Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating moms, grandmoms and all women who are helping to make changes for their families and communities. Etalemaw had difficulties providing for her children as a single mother. But then generous donors stepped in and changed her future.
Read May 2019 issueAPRIL 2019
Planting seeds of hope
Families like Mary’s often struggle to grow enough food during the dry season. Mary was finding it difficult to feed her six grandchildren but then generous Canadians helped her plant seeds of hope for her family.
Read April 2019 issueMARCH 2019
Empowered women empower other women
March 8th is International Women’s Day! It’s a day when the international community takes stock of the empowerment of women all over the world. Learn more about the amazing women who’ve turned your support into support for other women around the world!
Read March 2019 issueFEBRUARY 2019
You help give children a better future
Nfunyan’s community in northern Ghana faces many challenges, including few clean water sources, food insecurity and poor school infrastructure. But she’s excited for the changes that Canadians will help make possible.
Read February 2019 issueJANUARY 2019
Canadian Feed The Children Tops 2018 Financial Charity Ratings
Canadian Feed The Children has continued to earn trust and attention in 2018 for its work to unlock children’s potential through community-led action. CFTC will continue to strengthen its commitment to financial transparency and accountability in 2019 and beyond. This innovative work is only possible thanks to caring Canadians like you.
Read January 2019 issueDecember 2018
You have the power to help this holiday season
Growing up in Ethiopia, Meron’s family struggled to provide the basics for her and her seven siblings – especially during the holiday season. But then someone gave a generous holiday gift and it changed everything.
Read December 2018 issueNovember 2018
Life-changing Livestock
Florence and her family were struggling to make ends meet in Uganda until one goat changed everything.
Read November 2018 issueOctober 2018
Give families food and hope
Many families in Uganda are facing hunger this season, like Minalla and her mom. Together, we can help give families food and hope this fall.
Read October 2018 issue