When it comes to charity and generosity, a goat might not be the first thing that comes to mind. But believe it or not, this humble dairy animal is a precious commodity in many developing countries such as Kenya. Through Feed the Children and other charities, the donation of one goat can mean the difference between an impoverished family starving or starting on the road to recovery.
In Kenya, child malnutrition is a widespread problem. A recent drought hit the east African country hard, wiping out cattle everywhere. To aggravate the problem further, livestock such as goats produce the natural fertilizers needed for crops. The recent political violence after a disputed election only added to the misery.
Many families in Kenya eat only one meal a day. Because so many goats died off in the drought, many families have to do without nutritious milk, cheese, yogurt, butter, and meat. Many people also lost a sustainable source of income, as families can sell off the goats’ kids.
Charitable organizations such as Feed the Children, DanChurchAid, and The Southern Baptist World Hunger Fund have recognized how important goats are to these needy families. At the Feed the Children website, you can contribute directly to this worthy fund. If you donate $60, Feed the Children can give a family a literal lifeline: a healthy, food and income producing goat. $120 allows Feed The Children to provide goats to two families.
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More information on The Southern Baptist World Hunger Fund:
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