Lynne Twist, global activist, fundraiser, author, teacher, mentor and counselor, has devoted her life to service in support of global sustainability and security, human rights, economic integrity and spiritual authenticity. An original staff member of The Hunger Project in 1977, Lynne served as a leader of that international initiative for 20 years. She has raised millions of dollars, and trained other fundraisers to be more effective in their work, for organizations that serve the best instincts in all of us – to end world hunger, empower women, nurture children and youth, and preserve the natural heritage of our planet.