The Port Elgin United Church Youth Group took part in the 30 Hour Famine in support of World Vision. Photo submitted.

Beginning at 1 p.m. on Friday, April 27 and wrapping up on Saturday, April 28 at 7 p.m., 12 local youth took part in a 30 Hour Famine in support of World Vision, a global relief, development and advocacy organization that partners with children, families and communities to tackle the causes of poverty and injustice.

An annual event for the group, the Port Elgin United Church Youth Group raised $4,400 this year with a theme of “Outer Space”. Youth leaders created activities to keep the group busy and keep their mind off their hunger.

The Port Elgin United Church Youth Group with just over an hour to go in their 30 Hour Famine for World Vision. Photo submitted

The Port Elgin United Church Youth Group enjoyed a well deserved meal following their 30 Hour Famine in support of World Vision. Photo submitted