Washington, D.C. – Hunters across the country were honored by yesterday’s passage of congressional resolution H. Res 270 to recognize the establishment of Hunters for the Hungry programs across the United States and the contributions of those efforts to decrease hunger and help feed those in need.
Thanks to caring sportsmen and sportswomen, millions of meals are served annually each year to those in need across the country. Safari Club International Foundation’s (SCIF) program, Sportsmen Against Hunger (SAH) had record breaking meat donations last year with 412,254 lbs of meat, representing 1,649,016 protein-rich meals. In these difficult economic times, hunters are more aware than ever of the difference they can make in their communities through programs like SAH.
Through Safari Club International Foundation’s many humanitarian programs like SAH, SCI chapters and individual members demonstrate the highest levels of philanthropy by directly reaching out to people in need throughout the world. Whether it involves feeding millions of hungry each year, offering free healthcare and supplies to impoverished communities, introducing children to the wonders of wildlife or helping the disabled fulfill lifelong hunting wishes, SCIF is committed to the charitable tenets of giving.
“We are grateful that the House of Representatives has chosen to recognize the great work that hunters do on behalf of those less fortunate,” said Executive Director John Eichinger. “As a community, Safari Club and our members are truly committed to important programs like Sportsmen Against Hunger and other worldwide programs dedicated to wildlife conservation, outdoor education and humanitarian services.”
House Resolution 270 was introduced by Congressman Phil Gingrey and was co-sponsored by 43 Members of Congress. The Resolution passed with a 418 to 1 vote.
Contact: Nelson Freeman Safari Club International nfreeman@safariclub.org
