Poverty is more than just a lack of financial resources—it is a crippling condition that robs individuals of opportunities, dignity, and the ability to hear the Gospel message. As Rev. Tom Amenkhienan, Chairman of the InnerCity Mission, profoundly stated, “Hunger is a significant barrier to preaching the Gospel, because a hungry person cannot listen.” This truth underscores the mission of the Chris Oyakhilome Foundation International (COFI), which is committed to transforming lives and eradicating poverty through practical acts of love, including the 7 Billion Meals Campaign.
The Urgency of Feeding the Poor
The global food crisis continues to affect millions, particularly children and families in underserved communities. Hunger creates an invisible barrier that prevents individuals from experiencing the full scope of God’s love. It is difficult for a child to focus on learning when their stomach is empty, and it is even harder for a struggling parent to hold on to faith when they cannot provide for their family.
At COFI, we recognize that food is not just nourishment for the body; it is an essential tool for transformation. A well-fed child can concentrate in school, and a nourished adult can work, build, and contribute meaningfully to society. By providing food, we are not only fulfilling a physical need but also opening the doors for education, self-sufficiency, and spiritual growth.
The 7 Billion Meals Campaign: Completing the Preaching of the Gospel
COFI’s 7 Billion Meals Campaign is an all-year-round initiative dedicated to ensuring that indigent children and families worldwide have access to nutritious meals. This campaign is an extension of our belief that the power to deliver the poor from poverty lies in our hands. Through collective action and generosity, we can ensure that no one is too hungry to hear or receive the Gospel.
With every meal provided, we are not only alleviating hunger but also extending the love of Christ in a tangible and life-changing way. This campaign allows us to touch lives in communities affected by extreme poverty, disaster, and displacement, providing not just food but hope and a future.
How You Can Be a Part of This Mission
The success of the 7 Billion Meals Campaign depends on the partnership and support of compassionate individuals, churches, organizations, and volunteers who believe in the power of giving. Here’s how you can get involved:
- Donate – Every contribution, no matter how small, goes directly towards providing meals for those in need. Your generosity can put food on the table for a hungry family today.
- Sponsor a Feeding Program – Whether as an individual, a business, or a faith-based organization, you can sponsor food distribution initiatives in underserved areas.
- Volunteer – Join our network of volunteers to help distribute food and engage with communities in need.
- Raise Awareness – Share the message of the 7 Billion Meals Campaign through social media, church groups, and community events to encourage others to participate.
- Pray – Join us in praying for the eradication of hunger and poverty, and for every child and family in need to experience the love and provision of God.
A Call to Action: Delivering the Poor from Poverty
When we take action, we do more than just feed the hungry—we bring them into a space where they can hear the Gospel and experience transformation. The Bible tells us in Proverbs 19:17, “Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the LORD, and he will reward them for what they have done.” Our acts of kindness are investments in eternity, as they contribute to the fulfillment of the Great Commission.
The opportunity to deliver the poor from poverty is within our grasp. We are not helpless in the face of suffering; rather, we are empowered by God to be the solution. Through the 7 Billion Meals Campaign, we can make an everlasting impact in the lives of millions.
Join Us Today!
Be a part of this divine mission to complete the preaching of the Gospel to the full number of the indigent—with food, love, and hope. Together, we can turn hunger into abundance, despair into joy, and lost opportunities into bright futures.
Visit our website or contact us today to make your contribution and be the reason someone smiles tomorrow.
Together, we can end hunger and fulfill the mission of Christ on earth.
