Local Growers Unite for
Harvest 4 Hunger

Harvest 4 Hunger was inspired by a special piece of land purchased by my great-grandfather, Joseph Octave Prefontaine, in 1916. For over 110 years, this land has provided abundance for our family, and I felt it was time to give back. To do so, we have committed one year’s crop proceeds to the Canadian Foodgrains Bank (CFGB).

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The CFGB is a partnership of 15 Christian church organizations across Canada working together to end world hunger. They provide emergency food during times of crisis and support long-term projects that help people in developing countries grow their own food. With reductions in USAID support, CFGB’s role has become more vital than ever. Currently, there are 31 CFGB-supported projects in Alberta. Funds raised through CFGB are also matched by the Canadian government, multiplying the impact of every donation. We were encouraged by CFGB to name our project.

 

The “4” in Harvest 4 Hunger holds special significance:

• The project is located 4 miles east of Légal, Alberta.

• I am the 4th generation to farm this land.

• My wife was actively involved in the 4-H program for many years.

• Both my wife and I come from families of 4 children.

• Together, we are blessed with 4 children of our own.

 

The support from the local community, as well as national and international businesses, has been overwhelming. Many of the costs associated with the project have been donated, meaning most of the crop’s sale proceeds will become profit – all of which will be directed to CFGB’s Peace & Development fun.

A heartfelt thank you goes out to all the donors, sponsors, and volunteers who have supported this project, as well as those who will assist with the harvest and transportation of the crop this fall.

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This initiative was inspired by the late Leo Seguin and his team from Westlock, Alberta. Leo dedicated years to growing projects that raised funds to fight hunger, build irrigation and water systems, dig wells, and construct schools and infrastructure in Ethiopia. His efforts helped improve countless lives. Notably, Leo organized the Guiness World Book of Harvest record” in 1998 and led the “Rainbow for the Future” campaign, which raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for these causes.

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Leo’s words continue to guide us:

“Place the concerns of others before your own and ask God to use you and be prepared to serve.”

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In memory of: Leo Seguin (1950-2019)

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Individual donations towards this project are welcome. Tax receipts will be issued by CFGB for contributions of $10 or more.

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Thank you for your support.

Sincerely,

Bernie Prefontaine

Chairman, Harvest 4 Hunger