Give An Alternative Christmas Gift. Heifer Project: Peace on Earth, Goodwill to All

December 9, 2003

In the 1930s, a civil war raged in Spain. Dan West, a Midwestern

farmer ladled out cups of milk to hungry children on both sides

of the conflict. It struck him that what these families needed

was " not a cup, but a cow. " He asked his friends back home to

donate heifers, a young cow that has not borne a calf, so hungry

families could feed themselves. In return, they could help

another family become self-reliant by passing on to them one of

their gift animal’s female calves. The idea of giving families a

source of food rather than short-term relief caught on and has

continued for more than 50 years. As a result, families in 115

countries have enjoyed better health, more income and the joy of

helping others.

Give An Alternative Christmas Gift

Peace on Earth, Goodwill to All

As we enter this season of joy, our hope for peaceful unity between nations

grows stronger. This year, consider giving your loved ones a gift that will help

create a better world. Read More. Preview our Animated Honor Cards. Give Now.

All I Want for the Holidays

We know you want to simplify your holidays and help your loved ones do the

same. That's why we created this new animated, pass-along movie. Watch it Now

and see how a simple gift to Heifer creates a meaningful holiday for everyone.

Forbes Says Heifer Shines

Here's another great reason to make Heifer your nonprofit of choice: Forbes

magazine just named us as one of 10 " Gold Star Charities " - its annual list of

organizations that achieve the highest impact from donors' gifts. Learn More.

Neighbor Helping Neighbor

During this holiday season - a time when we express our deep hope for " Peace on

Earth " - Heifer International is focusing on fostering peace through programs

that lead to a sense of local and regional community as neighbor helps neighbor,

and one village shares with another. Read More

For a Limited Time: Act Once to Have Twice the Environmental Impact

All over the planet, farmers are planting Heifer trees and composting manure

from Heifer animals to enrich their soil, curb erosion and heat their homes.

Now, thanks to a matching grant, you can help twice as many people do the same.

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