Cow

£600

Cow

£600

Why give a cow?

Cows are an excellent low-maintenance source of nutrition and income because their unique digestive system allows them to graze on land which is unsuitable for growing crops.

What will your gift do?

You’ll be providing a family with regular milk and a sustainable income! Milk is a vital source of sustenance for children, and the surplus can be sold so the family can buy food and clothing, making this gift super useful.

 

Send your cow on its way!
Send your cow on its way!

Two Cows to rebuild their lives (1/2)

Mr Chandrasiri lived with his wife and their three small children in the village of Helambagaswewa, Sri Lanka. A 30-year long ethnic war had destabilised the economy and most of the villagers lived below the poverty line. They had received no help in rebuilding their lives, and lack of capital meant they couldn’t improve their situation. Mr Chandrasiri’s family received a gift of two milking cows, and we gave him training in livestock care and business marketing.

This Simple Gift Changed Everything (2/2)

By selling his milk to a distribution company, Mr Chandrasiri’s income was substantially increased. Within three years, he had renovated his derelict home and bought a bicycle for his family. His children used to avoid going to school because they couldn’t afford stationary, but now they are excelling in their studies. From living hand-to-mouth and worrying about his children’s future, Mr Chandrasiri was transformed into a local businessman who could create a better life for his family. This simple gift changed everything.

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