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Do you want to make a lasting impact with your life? Do you want to spend your time doing something that matters? Join the Food for the Hungry Advocate team. Advocates know that the problem of poverty is immense, but that they can make a difference. Advocates are willing to give their time, energy and resources to bring hope to people all over the world.

We hear speakers talk about the AIDS crisis, we go to conferences about poverty, but in the end of the day we feel helpless to do anything about it. But there are things people can do. I decided to become a Food for the Hungry Advocate so I could offer people a practical way they could actually make a difference—through child sponsorship.
~ David Roberts, Businessman and FH Advocate



What are the responsibilities of an Advocate?

  • Complete the Advo-Kit training course (3 sessions, 3-4 hours total time).
  • Seek at least four opportunities per year to speak at a small group, church service, or Sunday school class.
  • Participate in 6:8 Sunday annually in April.
  • Meet with Regional Manager or Leader Advocate once per month via phone for ½ hour.
  • Commit to advocating for at least one year.
  • Find sponsors for 10 children a year
  • Introduce 3 churches to Food for the Hungry’s Community to Community program


What are the qualifications for becoming an Advocate?

Advocates are people who have demonstrated devotion to Christ and to living a Christian lifestyle. Advocates are committed to:

  • sponsoring a child
  • working as a team with people from different denominations
  • serving in their local church
  • investing time in their advocacy work
  • supporting Food for the Hungry’s vision, mission and values
  • working under the direction of a Regional Manager or Leader Advocate.


How do I become an Advocate?

Call us at 1-800-2- HUNGERS for more information, or click here to contact us.


What kind of training do Advocates receive?

Advocates go through a self-guided training course that takes approximately three hours. A Regional Manager or Leader Advocate meets with each Advocate monthly for prayer, support and encouragement. In addition, Advocates are encouraged to attend Food for the Hungry’s annual Summit Conference for training, encouragement, and updates from staff around the world. Advocates also have the chance to learn from and connect with other advocates during webcasts, regional meetings and other forums.


Is there a position open in my community?

Yes, Advocates serve in their own community, advocating among the churches, organizations and people they know.


What if I have more questions?

We’d love to talk to you! Feel free to give us a call at 1-800-2-HUNGERS or email us at advocates@fh.org

Even now, God is rescuing each of us from our own brand of poverty. When you advocate for the 'least of these,' you learn to see yourself as one of the least of God's children. It's a painful and beautiful discovery, and worth everything you have to give.
~ Isaac Anderson, Graduate Student and FH Advocate

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