Action Corps and the Concert for the Climate

Hello Oxfam supporters! Are you looking for a way to get involved with the Kansas City Action Corps, but have some concerns about what you would be doing, the time commitment, or the work load involved? Well, we have a really awesome volunteer opportunity coming up this weekend, and it will only take as much time as you have to spare.

The KC Oxfam Action Corps will be tabling this Saturday, September 28th, at the Concert for the Climate. This event, being held at Kaw Point Riverfront Park, will feature music, workshops, and speakers. The purpose of the event is to show people the real impact of climate change and teach them how the actions of an individual can really make a difference in the environment... while having a good time, of course! The concert is sponsored by multiple organizations, including the NRDC and The Sierra Club. Even more exciting? Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. is the keynote speaker! The Concert for the Climate is free and open to the public; parking is free, too.

For more information on the Concert for the Climate, check out www.concertfortheclimate.org.

The Action Corps will have a table set up for the entire day-long event. Our goal is talk to as many people as possible about the work of Oxfam America and inspire people to get involved (signing a petition counts!). If you're interested in joining the Action Corps this Saturday, email us at kansascity@oxfamactioncorps.org to let us know. There's no required time commitment; simply come for as long as you're able and chat with climate-concerned citizens about Oxfam. And bring a friend... the more the merrier!

Update from the KC Oxfam Action Corps

This week, we had our second meeting and it was a great success! Not only did we have four wonderful and excited volunteers attend, but Oxfam America's Lead on Agricultural issues, Jim French, paid us a visit as well. Jim filled us all in on the GROW Method and how Oxfam America is planning to advocate it in conjunction with World Food Day (October 16th). We are planning some local events for this fall as well, which we'll post an update on in the near future. If you're not familiar with World Food Day, it is a day devoted to raising awareness about issues of hunger and food injustice across the globe. Check out World Food Day USA to learn more and see events going on all across the country.

While World Food Day will bring some exciting events in a couple months, we have an opportunity next weekend to get involved with the KC Action Corps now! On Saturday September 8th, we'll have a table set up at Green Fest at the Uptown Theater to raise awareness about Oxfam America and its current campaigns. Green Fest is an event that gives people inspiration and resources to begin living in a more environmentally friendly way, and introduces them to green products, businesses, and organizations. Activities include shopping, film screenings, speakers, and more! If you're interested in volunteering at this great event, send us an email at kansascity@oxfamactioncorps.org.



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