5 reasons to give the gift of livestock today

By Jessica Nguyen, digital coordinator, Canada   

Offer lasting support to children, their families and their communities

Malnutrition is one of the greatest global health challenges, according to the World Health Organization.

So the gift of livestock — and all they produce — is truly valued by vulnerable children and their families around the world.

Imagine: your gift could provide income to change futures for the better, improving health and nutrition.

So, how can your gift of a cow, goat or chicken through our Gifts for Good catalogue really help? Keep reading to find out more.

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