Vme to broadcasts Todos Juntos Contra el Hambre.

As the nation celebrates Thanksgiving and its abundance, Vme reflects on the large numbers of Americans who face hunger, with a new special Todos Juntos Contra el Hambre (Growing Hope Against Hunger).  This 30-minute television special starring the Sesame Street Muppets, produced by Sesame Workshop will air on Friday, November 25 at 7:30 p.m. (ET/PT). The special, made possible by the generous support of Walmart, presents families’ personal stories to raise awareness of the widespread issue of hunger in the United States and its impact on the Hispanic community.  Todos Juntos Contra el Hambre also introduces a new Muppet named Lily, whose family has an ongoing struggle with hunger.

Todos Juntos Contra el Hambre speaks to both children and adults with a story that celebrates the importance of community as everyone works to help one another — including Luis, Elmo, Rosita, Grover, and Bert. Our Sesame friends are collecting foods at a food drive and a community garden. They meet Lily, a new character whose family has an ongoing struggle with hunger. In this story, the Sesame friends discover how their simple actions, such as planting a seed, can make a world of difference. Finally, Hispanic families share their personal stories and helpful strategies through documentary clips. The special reassures viewers that they are not alone: There are people who care and can help.  It also provides simple, empowering strategies for families who aren’t sure where their next meal will come from — and for others who want to help. 

“It is in Vme’s DNA to be Contigo with Hispanic families in all facets of their life – good times and hard times,” said Carmen DiRienzo, president and CEO. “While the holiday season brings such joy, it is also a time when our nation’s stark contrast between abundance and scarcity becomes most apparent. Vme is presenting this special to help elevate this important national issue and to help provide information and hope to our community that is disproportionally affected.”

“Sesame Workshop has always been at the forefront of creating resources for families with young children to help address some of life’s most difficult issues.” said H. Melvin Ming, President and CEO of Sesame Workshop. “Growing Hope Against Hunger” is Sesame Workshop’s contribution to all those who face the invisible crisis in the United States that is food insecurity.  We are honored to have the generous support of Walmart and all our supporters and especially the families who share their very personal stories so others can learn and benefit from their journeys.”   

Todos Juntos Contra el Hambre airs on Friday, November 25 at 7:30 p.m. (ET/PT).