The President William Jefferson Clinton Hunger Leadership Award was created to honor President Clinton for his commitment to humanitarian causes, most especially his commitment to eradicating hunger. President Clinton presented the first award to John Coggin during his visit to North Carolina State University on January 26, 2009.

The NC State University Center for Student Leadership, Ethics & Public Service (CSLEPS) and Stop Hunger Now, a non-profit hunger relief organization, will present the award annually to a student from a U.S. based college or university. .

Award Criteria:

• Must be an enrolled student at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution
• Demonstrated leadership in the fight against hunger
• Commitment to a life of service in the area of hunger, poverty reduction or related area

Stop Hunger Now will provide a cash award for the recipient to use towards an educational experience that will advance their knowledge and understanding of hunger and related issues.

More information regarding the application process available at http://www.stophungernow.org/Clinton_Hunger_Leadership_Award

Sponsoring Organizations:

Stop Hunger Now www.stophungernow.org

NC State University/CSLEPS www.ncsu.edu/csleps

If you have any questions, please contact Mike Giancola at mike_giancola {at} ncsu(.)edu, (919) 513-0235.