Who We Are
The CWS Innovation Hub was conceptualized in response to these changing demands. We strive to become experts at designing and implementing groundbreaking new projects, facilitating collaborative partnerships, and trying out new solutions to complex and deep-rooted problems. Our philosophy is that we can benefit both from the strength of our experience and our willingness to venture into new territory.
We hope to promote a culture of cooperation and creativity in the development field and the nonprofit sector as a whole, starting with CWS, while developing deep, personal working relationships.
CWS Innovation Hub’s mandate is to investigate, explore & experiment innovation initiatives. The intent is to be able to “inject” proven strategic initiatives into CWS, in order to further drive effectiveness & efficiencies.
Our Mission
We strive to develop innovative new projects that engage diverse communities in building a better world. We look for effective new vehicles for fundraising through better engagement from diverse audiences, leverage technology & forging new partnerships.
What We Do
Here at the CWS Innovation Hub, we have one goal, to do good and help others learn how they can make the world a little better through everyday simple steps. Being a global humanitarian isn't limited to making a donation (though we will never turn down your financial support!), it's about making a conscious effort every day to be good and do good. We want to create a world where there is #Enough4All, but we know that we are greater as one so we created ways for you to get involved without having to leave your couch. From easy ways to stay informed to taking it to the next level and volunteering, anyway you want and can give back, we've got it! Check our the links below and #LiveWithPurpose
The 12th Annual 100 Mile Hunger Walk
The 100 Mile Hunger Walk is an annual event founded by CWS's Executive Vice President, Maurice Bloem, in 2012 to raise awareness and funds to fight hunger around the world. Inspired by the spirit of volunteerism behind the CWS-sponsored CROP Hunger Walk, a community-organized charity event that takes place in over 500 locations across the U.S. each year, Bloem set out on his own journey.
Each year Bloem walks 100 miles through our CWS & CROP communities & spends his time meeting with our CROP volunteer teams, our local agencies, local community members, political officials, students, artists, & other like-minded individuals who work to support their community, end hunger, poverty & injustice, & promote a healthy & nutritious lifestyle.
We wanted to find a way to celebrate the people who dedicate their time and lives to work towards our collective goal of creating a world where there is enough for all. Highlighting these stories and continuing to grow our impact is an ongoing endeavor.
In 2020, we had to adjust our approach, and that gave way for our Walk Talk Listen podcast to come to life. As we made our way back to walking within the neighborhoods and with the CROP community, 2024 marked 12 years of walking, and as our community grows, we hope so will our reach. This year's event continued our efforts in raising funds and awareness to help end poverty, hunger and injustice all the while lifting up the US National Strategy on Hunger, Nutrition and Health.
The 2024 walk took place from October 7 -11 in the New Jersey/New York City and the fundraising campaign ran until the end of November. All the proceeds went to support CWS's global programs that work to create a world where there is enough for all.
Check out the Walk Talk Listen podcast to hear stories from the walk and listen to interviews with some of the local CROP hunger walk leaders and local agencies they support.
Our Partner Organization: Religica
Our Commendations
We are thrilled to announce that the 100 Mile Hunger Walk has been awarded the 2020 Pioneers in SDGs: Change Maker Award by The Journalists and Writers Foundation at the 2020 United Nations General Assembly.