Harvesting Hope sets goal for largest pioneer harvest

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Published on Thursday, November 26, 2015

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The Neepawa Banner

With just 250 days until the world’s largest pioneer harvest commences, Harvesting Hope is pleased to announce its official record target and unveil our community champion campaign. 

Thanks to the growing response to participate in the event, the Harvesting Hope organizing committee has set its official world record target at 125 antique threshing machines operating simultaneously to harvest a field of wheat. 

“Every day since our official launch in August, individuals are contacting us to offer threshing machines, equipment and resources to help end global hunger by celebrating our agricultural heritage,” says Ayn Wilcox, a spokesperson for the Harvesting Hope committee.  “We are grateful for the support we have received over the past few months, and are excited at what the months leading up to July 31, 2016 will bring.”   

“Hundreds of Manitobans are already volunteering and providing in-kind contributions to make this event a success, but financial contributions are also needed,” states Wilcox.  

“We’re asking all Manitobans to join our team in the fight against global hunger by supporting this once-in-a-lifetime event through our community champions program.”  

Manitobans can support Harvesting Hope by being a Threshing Team Sponsor ($1,000), Adopting an Acre of wheat ($500) or being a Friend of Harvesting Hope ($250). Community champions will receive a special invitation to the Harvesting Hope event.  

Contributions of other sizes are also greatly appreciated. Contributions over $20 will receive a tax receipt.  Additionally, Manitoba’s business community can support Harvesting Hope by becoming a community champion or a corporate partner.