Chicago, IL - February 12, 2009 - For the 12th consecutive year, Alan Shawn Feinstein is dividing $1,000,000 among hunger fighting agencies nationwide to help raise awareness and funds during March and April 2009.

"Loyal CCIL supporters know the importance of the work we're doing to stop the ravages of homelessness and hunger.  This year we plan on meeting and exceeding Mr. Feinstein's challenge making this one of the most successful anti-hunger campaigns ever," said CCIL Interim Executive Director Mary Shaver.

Feinstein's past $1,000,000 challenges to fight hunger have raised a record $940,000,000 for agencies nationwide.  Any donation CCIL receives designated to the Feinstein Challenge qualifies the organization as being elgible for additional funding from this campaign.

Contributions can be mailed to 2750 W. Roosevelt Road, Attention: Feinstein Challenge or visit www.ccilworks.org to donate online.

"All that will matter to us someday is what we did while we were here to help those who needed us," stated Alan Shawn Feinstein.

The Feinstein Founation is dedicated to philanthropic endeavors focusing on the alleviation of hunger, the importance of community service in education and the values of caring, compassion and brotherhood.

Please visit www.feinsteinfoundation.org for more information about this remarkable grassroots effort in supporting hungry families.

Founded in 1909, CCIL empowers Chicago families and individuals to overcome poverty and homelessness by teaching self-reliance.  CCIL provides comprehensive basic human services - including housing, meals and healthcare - so people can concentrate on rebuilding their lives.

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