Resource Library

Writing a Letter to the Editor of Your Local Newspaper
July 16, 2015
How to carry out one method of advocacy – getting your concerns in the media so they are seen by others, including the offices of members of Congress. Includes many helpful tips and a template for a letter to the...
How to Conduct an In-District Meeting with a Member of Congress (or the Staff)
July 16, 2015
How to carry out one method of advocacy – the in-person visit in a district or state office of a member of Congress. Includes many helpful tips.
The Bible and Immigration Reform
July 16, 2015
A brief examination of the biblical approach to advocacy on immigration reform.

Includes an introduction to the issue, a Scriptural reflection, practical actions you can take, and a prayer.
The Bible and Poverty-Focused Development Assistance
July 16, 2015
A brief examination of the biblical approach to advocacy for federal government assistance abroad that focuses on eradicating poverty.

Includes an introduction to the issue, a Scriptural reflection, practical...
Grassroots Advocacy Toolkit
July 16, 2015
A set of how-to sheets for carrying out advocacy and fact sheets on the current issues Bread for the World is working on.
For new and current Bread grassroots hunger activists.
Ideal as a starter toolkit...
The Bible and Mass Incarceration
July 16, 2015
A brief examination of the biblical approach to advocacy on reforming the criminal justice system and mass incarceration.

Includes an introduction to the issue, a Scriptural reflection, practical actions you...
Elections Resources
July 15, 2015
A list of Bread-produced resources to help activists raise hunger as an issue during the 2016 congressional and presidential elections.
Manual: Las Elecciones Son Importantes
July 7, 2015
Una guía comprensiva para hablar con los candidatos y sensibilizar la política del hambre.
Effectively Using Public Meetings to Engage with Congressional Candidates
July 7, 2015
How to carry out one method of advocacy – attending a town hall or other public meeting with a member of Congress or candidate for Congress. Includes many helpful tips.
Advocacy 101: Making a Difference in Congress
July 6, 2015
Advocacy 101 provides a largely secular explanation of how Bread for the World carries out its advocacy with Congress. It explains the legislative process at the federal level and how Bread activists, as constituents...