May 12th World Hunger Event

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Deesha Dyer
dyer95@hotmail.com
Cover Your Lover (1) and Freshout Media (2) Unite to
Fight World Hunger


Philadelphia, PA/April 16, 2007 – Tackling an issue that still haunts our world today, a hunger awareness event and fundraiser will be held on May 12, 2007 at the Rotunda (40 th and Walnut). The night will be a unique opportunity for people to step into the shoes of those that are faced with a food crisis whether it is due to their economic or medical condition.

The night will use music, dance, slideshow, art and an unusual dining experience to get the point across that healthy food is a basic human right. The proceeds raised will benefit Philabundance (3) and MANNA(4), two Philadelphia organizations, both committed to the fight in their own way.

Providing the music will be the ever so fresh DJ Skeme Richards, who has 20 years into the Philly scene spinnin' everything from breaks, soul, hip-hop and funk. DJ Phsh will also take a turn on the 1's and 2's giving a little taste of why he's becoming a staple in the Philly hip-hop scene.

The Nzinga Arts Collective will be providing the visuals with a dance that will display the struggle, hope and beauty of humanity. The 3-woman ensemble communicate their emotions through the use of their bodies.

There will also be a series of giveaways throughout the night in addition to your chance to purchase a unique artistic creation that will remind you of the hunger problems facing the impoverished every day, and your willingness to help.

Representatives from MANNA and Philabundance will be on hand to talk about each of their organizations. Tickets for the dinner should be purchased in advance ($10) and for the party ($6). You may purchase tickets by contacting Deesha at dyer95@hotmail.com. Dinner will commence at 7:30pm, while the regular party will start from 9:00 – 11:00 p.m. If you are interested in sponsoring or donating, please contact Deesha at the email above.

Thank you in advance for your support in fighting this global epidemic.
*respect.education.protection.change*


(1) Launched October 2003, Cover Your Lover (CYL) was founded as a tool to connect the hip-hop and AIDS community. CYL moonlights at adult hip-hop spots around the city, distributing over 1,000 condoms and leaflets containing information and education about preventing the spread of AIDS, and the importance of testing. Since its conception, CYL has now expanded to include all musical genres in its mission. CYL has been featured in local and national newspapers, television stations, and numerous websites. CYL has spoken to numerous high school students emphasizing the significance of knowledge of sexual health, safer sex, and more importantly, abstinence and self respect.
(2) Freshout was formed in early 2006 to cultivate and grow the music, arts, and culture scene in Philadelphia. Through producing and promoting a diverse variety of events and hosting a multi-dimensional website – freshoutmedia.com, Freshout has quickly become recognized as a leading source of exposure and edutainment for Philadelphia's artist community. Freshout also supports several non-profit organizations and social causes, such as the genocide in Darfur, the AIDS pandemic in Africa, and environmental consciousness.

(3) Philabundance was founded in 1984 to help fight hunger in the Delaware Valley while reducing food waste. Concentrating its efforts on perishable foods, Philabundance has developed a food distribution system that includes direct delivery and local hubs. On January 1, 2005, Philabundance combined forces with the Philadelphia Food Bank, which had concentrated on non-perishable food, to provide a "Full Plate of Services" to member agencies. Our food distribution now includes a Walk-Through, where member agencies can "shop" for items not listed on the menu. http://www.philabundance.org/

(4) Formed in 1990 by members of the First Presbyterian Church of Philadelphia, MANNA is not-for-profit, non-sectarian. MANNA provides essential and specialized services to men, women and children living with HIV / AIDS, cancer and other life-threatening illness in Eastern Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey. http://www.mannapa.org/