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Chicago

The stage is set for the 25th Annual Chicago CROP Hunger Walk. What a gorgeous day!	Chicago's TOP Walker, Djuna Barnes, shares a smile. Djuna was also the No. 1 on-line CROP Walker in the country raising $7,735!! WOW!
Power-packed trio -- sisters Tessa and Djuna Barnes with mom, Doris. These three women worked from morning to night to make the Walk run smoothly!	Group of happy walkers!
Walkers from First United Methodist Church / Chicago Temple are ready to walk. Rev. Phil Blackwell, wearing his Cambodian scarf from CWS, was also one of the Honorary Chairpersons for the CROP Walk.	Honorary Chairpersons cut the ribbon to send the walkers, 1200 strong, on their way!
Away they go!	Away they go!
Away they go!	Away they go!
Love those tattoos!	Jesse White Tumblers "flying high" for the 25th Annual Chicago CROP Hunger Walk!

Galesburg

The Galesburg CROP Hunger Walk was held on a sunny Sunday afternoon, September 24, 2007. Walkers register at First Presbyterian Church, this year's host church. This year the Walk raised $15,620, the highest total ever in the Walk's 21-year history!	These Walkers prepare for the CROP Walk by doing stretches together.
All the Walkers gather for a group photo before the Walk. Good thing First Presbyterian can hold this fabulous group of 180 Walkers and volunteers!	The youngest CROP Walker (CROP Roller?) is eager to get started. "Come on, mom! Let's go!"
Three local agencies share 25% of the Walk's income: the Galesburg Rescue Mission, Galesburg FISH, and the Salvation Army. Here, Galesburg FISH food pantry volunteers share information about the services they offer. Click here to see a thank you to CROP from Galesburg Fish.	CROP Walks are sure fun for families! Thanks for Walking!
Colorful CROP t-shirts make the day even more fun.	CROP Walks are sure fun for families! Thanks for Walking!
Even dogs love to combat hunger by CROP Walking! Of course they need a refreshing drink, too, after all that walking.	Galesburg CROP Hunger Walk Coordinator Kathy Woodward is joined by representatives from the three area agencies which receive CROP Walk funds. Each received $1301.68 from the 2007 CROP Walk!

Niles / Park Ridge

This gorgeous banner adorns the streets of Park Ridge several weeks before the Walk.	Photos from the Niles / Park Ridge CROP Hunger Walk.
These kids are CROP Walks fans!	Niles-Park Ridge CROP Hunger Walk Treasurer, Sandy Bowen, works in the CROP Walk Cafe tent before the CROP Walk starts.
A team of volunteers awaits hungry CROP Walkers. Walkers had the option of buying a hot dog or other snacks before the Walk. Proceeds were an additional income for the Walk!	Young CROP Walkers and a CROP dog get ready for the Walk. CROP Hunger Walks are a great way for kids to learn about how others MUST walk, so we can choose to walk to help them. And dogs just enjoy the day!

Cary / Grove

	"It only takes a small group to make a BIG difference in the fight against hunger" says coordnator Jeanne Soberg of the Cary-Grove CROP Hunger Walk. "It's good to teach our young people that they can help other people. We enjoy the CROP Walk."
A group of the Walkers.

Thomson

Girl with tattoo.	"We made it! We went over the $3,000 goal!" beams coordinator Rita Mitchell while reporting on the success of the Thomson CROP Hunger Walk in the fall of 2007. "And I still say that I've got the BEST TEAM in the USA working on this Walk with me!" Rita and her Team have a good time planning the CROP Hunger Walk and, they have some lovely countryside to walk through!
Thomson walkers.	What a great group!
Great day for a CROP Walk.	Great day for a CROP Walk.

Ingleside Area

Laura Grant, coordinator of the 1st Annual CROP Hunger Walk, leans over the banner and shares a special moment with her "Magnificent 7" CROP walkers. They had a great walk, and now, says Laura, "it's on to Walk number two!"

Barrington

Waiting for the Walk, October 14, 2007.	Photos from the Barrington 25th Anniversary CROP Hunger Walk, October 14, 2007.
Waiting for the Walk to begin.	These women are prepared to Walk. One is displaying her “cup on a string” a unique idea that Barrington does each year. Walkers carry their cups and get refills of water at the rest stations along the route.
Tattoos and face-painting – these girls are ready to decorate your body!	Among the educational displays, Jeanette Muench of CWU (red hat) shows the history of the CROP Walk in Barrington.
CWS regional director, Janet Young, presents “walking sticks” to Barbara Schmidt and Konrad Bald - both are 25 year veteran Team members!	Barb and Konrad lead the way for the walkers!
Walkers begin in a drizzle but the sun came out and turned it into a perfect day for a Walk!	Young walkers “building a better world!”
Barrington’s favorite bagpiper show off his musical talent – and his WOW button.	CWS/CROP display in beautiful downtown Barrington.

Naperville Celebration

Happy Birthday CROP cake – yummy!!	Rev. McCullough with Bill Hare.
Rev. Rolla Swanson shares some CROP history. Rolla had been involved with CROP since he was a young boy.	Rev. Mark Juliot of Alleluia! Lutheran Church – sharing his creative challenge that inspired his congregation to raise over $27,000 in the Naperville ’07 Walk!!!
Rev. Juliot with photos from the Walk in the background.	Rev. Corey Nelson inspired the crowd with stories and songs.
Rev. John McCullough inspired the group with stories of the work in the world that CROP Walk money helps to fund.	Rev. Duane Mevis, Naperville coordinator and long –time CROP leader, gets a special “Walking Stick” for his long service.
The Barrington CROP Team with Rev. McCullough and regional director, Janet Young.	The Northern Lake County CROP Team – the region’s largest earning Walk.
Coordinator Patrick Ostrander with his Walking Stick!	The Glen Ellyn/ Wheaton CROP Team get recognized by John.
Special Thank You Certificate goes to Colonial Ice Cream & Café for their many years of sponsorship of CROP Walks in “Colonial Country”!	Assistant director, Julia Jones with the Stateline CROP Team

Glen Ellyn / Wheaton

Activities for kids before the CROP Walk begins.	Coordinators Christa and Anne proudly show off the banner.
The very special Glen Ellyn/ Wheaton CROP Hunger Walk T-shirt design for ’07 – front was neat -	The back was great!!
The bell-ringer rings a special round for a $1,000+ teenage CROP walker!! Good job!	It doesn’t get cuter than this!
Where are we headed today??	These girls are ready – to have a great time!
The Banner leads the way! Super crowd, beautiful day, wonderful Walk!	Happy walkers!

Walkathon West (Oak Park, River Forest, Forest Park)

Waiting for the Walk – do you have your tattoo?	Photos of the Walkathon West (Oak Park, River Forest, Forest Park) CROP Hunger Walk, May 6, 2007.
A tree wrapped with kids	The crowd is gathering. What a beautiful spring day!
These guys choose to wait in the tree!	Great shirts!
Let’s get started – at Pilgrim UCC.	Here’s a helpful crossing guard.
Walkers enjoy snacks at a rest stop.	Girls with their special friend.
Displays help make the route educational.	We did it – and now it’s time to rest.