Charity- animals for 3rd world countries?

[gryeyes]

I have contributed to Heifer International for many years. My sister (who has now passed) started back when the only offerings were actual heifers, or quarter-shares in a heifer. I started with chicks, of course, then moved up to ducklings and geese.

 

[Imp]

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I just did some checking. They have great ratings from watchdog groups.

Imp

 

[frostbite]

Heifer international is a wonderful organization. When you donate a heifer, it's actually a pregnant heifer, so the recipient gets an eventual milk producer and another up and coming beefer that they can then share with their neighbors in the village. It's pretty cool. You can donate anything from a water buffalo or camel to a chicken or guinea pig.

 

[ChickenCanoe]

I vote for heifer and other ideas include a book called 'World Changing' and a site called Idealist.

 

[WriterofWords]

My SIL belongs to Heifer, my only concern has always been that if they can't afford to feed the animals, what happens then?

 

[Imp]

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Very good point WoW.

I went back to their website and read that they stick with the recipients, preparation and follow through, Also they keep setting new goals for the family can continue to advance. The families are also required to raise new animals and give them away to help others.

Imp

 

[WriterofWords]

That's good to know, I'm glad the support is good overseas. My SIL hasn't had much luck here with support.

 

[verity]

Good for you, Imp ----

That's the true 'Spirit of Christmas' ---

We've used Heifer International many times -- it's our favorite way to celebrate the birth of a new baby in our extended family --

You'll be surprised how good it feels to do this!

 

[ChickenCanoe]

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They can always be food for the family. But then the program is over.

 

[chickened]

Hmmm... send chickens to starving people for pets. It is a nice thought though at a time of giving.