Event Details and Global Context
- The "End Hunger: Walk the World 2009" is a global fundraising and awareness event organized by the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP).
- It is to be held on June 7, 2009, from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM at Rajah Sulayman Park, Roxas Boulevard, Manila, with starting points at Baywalk by the Manila Yacht Club and Baywalk by the US Embassy.
- The event will take place across 24 time zones within 24 hours, symbolizing worldwide solidarity to combat child hunger.
Background of WFP Activities in the Philippines
- The WFP has been operating in the Philippines since 2006.
- Its school-feeding programs have supported over 200,000 children in conflict-affected Mindanao areas.
- The 2009 fundraising will specifically benefit 71,000 school children across 427 schools in North Cotabato and Sultan Kudarat.
Official Endorsement
- The National Youth Commission (NYC) has endorsed the event through Resolution No. 84 dated May 8, 2008.
Sponsorship Participation and Funding
- All concerned government officials and entities are enjoined to actively participate by subscribing to one of the following sponsorship packages, chargeable against their respective agency funds:
- Platinum Sponsor: Minimum of ₱500,000
- Gold Sponsor: Minimum of ₱100,000
- Silver Sponsor: Minimum of ₱50,000
- Bronze Sponsor: Minimum of ₱10,000
- Employee Engagement Package: Minimum of ₱7,500 (or 50 participants at ₱150 each)
Coordination and Contact Information
- Agencies and participants are directed to coordinate directly with WFP for event arrangements and inquiries.
- Contact telephone numbers provided are 750-2561 and 894-2730.
Call to Action
- The Circular calls on all government sectors to contribute to this global initiative to help eradicate child hunger, emphasizing collective responsibility and participation.