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Foods Resource Bank (FRB) is a relatively new "Christian Response to World Hunger;" a non-government humanitarian organization committed providing food security in the developing world through sustainable small-scale agricultural production, and it does so in a unique way. The Food Resource Bank facilitates sustainable food production in impoverished areas worldwide. 100 percent of funds raised are used to develop irrigation and other resources required to help those in need help themselves through sustainable food production. The funds are raised by selling crops produced through a unique collaboration between city and country churches.

In our case, Trinity partners with Stavanger Lutheran Church near Morris, Illinois. Stavanger contributes the land, labor and machinery. Trinity provides the seed, fertilizer, gasoline, and other inputs by "selling" at least 40 acres of land to our members and other friends to raise money. Each acre sells for approximately $270, so we expect to contribute at least $10,800. This amount is doubled through dollar-for- dollar matching with an agency of the US Government, and additional matching is available through Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. Last year the money was used for irrigation in India.

This year the season culminated with the Harvest Festival at Stavanger on October 23rd. We provided bus transportation from Trinity to an outdoor worship service at Stavanger Lutheran Church followed by interesting farm activities, and the chance to ride in a $300,000 combine! We invite everyone to participate in next year's Food Resource Bank project.