2026 CROP Hunger Walk

Join us for the 36th Annual Martha’s Vineyard CROP Hunger Walk, Sunday, October 18th.

In the face of the continuing and rising needs of hungry people around the world, in our nation, and on Martha’s Vineyard, especially in a time of natural disasters, wars, economic despair, cuts in humanitarian aid, and millions of displaced people, we remain steadfast in our commitment to raising money in the fight against hunger through our annual hunger walks. Over the course of our first 35 years, the MV CROP Hunger Walks have raised almost three-quarters of a million dollars (to be exact: $738,558) to benefit the poor and hungry around the world and on our own island. Last year, we once again were one of the top walks in the nation, raising $40,005 – our second best total ever and 39th highest in the country. We’re so grateful for all our walkers and donors who join us year after year.

FAQ’s
-When do we walk?
CROP Hunger Walk: Sunday, October 18th at 1:30 pm

We will gather at 1:30 pm at St. Augustine’s Church in Vineyard Haven. Walkers will start as soon as each team has assembled and checked in – everyone will have the chance to see each other along the route. Before the walk, there will be live music from the MVRHS pep band, team photographs, and family-friendly activities to prepare for the trek. At the end of the walk, walkers will be welcomed back with a Walk Day Festival with music, cheers, food, and fun for all.

-How many miles do we walk?
Three miles

We will walk from St. Augustine’s Church in Vineyard Haven, along Beach Road to the drawbridge, and return to St. Augustine’s Church. There will be mile markers for those who prefer to walk shorter distances.

-Who do we walk with?
We hope you will join up with friends or a group or team from your faith community, school, civic organization, or business. Bring your entire family!

-How do we register?
Register online at Marthas Vineyard CROP Hunger Walk. (At the same time, set up your own page for easier fundraising.) For help, reach out to Woody Bowman at mvcropwalk@gmail.com or 508-958-7058.

-Tell me more about the Walk Day Festival.
There will be music, food, team photographs, information about the fight against hunger, and recognition of stand-out walkers, donors, and island hunger champions.

-How do we raise money?
When you register online, set up a home page through CWS CROP, and your donors can go to that page to give. Also, create your own fundraising page on Facebook for an easy and effective way for donors to find you. Both of these methods will make fundraising a breeze! All online donations go directly to Church World Service, no need to collect checks and cash.

If you register offline, you may collect money directly from your donors. In either case, we will provide donor envelopes to you to collect any checks and cash that are given to you.

-How do we submit the money we have raised?
Money raised online is automatically routed to Church World Service. Checks and/or cash can be turned in on October 18th at the Walk Day at St. Augustine’s or given to your team leader.

-How is the money used?
Twenty-five percent of the funds we raise will benefit the Island Food Pantry and other programs of Island Grown Initiative and the Food Baskets food pantry of the Good Shepherd Parish – we walk to help feed the island! The other funds will be used by Church World Service in the U.S. and globally for emergency food supplies, agricultural training, livestock, wells and pumps, farm seeds, and farm equipment.

Follow us on Facebook for updates, photographs from walkers, and for general information about Walk Day on October 18th and on hunger issues generally. Together we can help end hunger in our community and around the world!

Want to be part of a group? Check out the list of teams already started - or create your own!