Heifer Int. Sustainable Development, Passing on the Gift, Peace, Gender Equity and More.

In during some research today, I ran across what appears to be a fantastic philanthropic organization in Little Rock, Arkansas.  At its inception, Heifer International's simple idea of giving families a source of food rather than short-term relief caught on and has continued for over 60 years. Today, millions of families in 128 countries have been given the gifts of self-reliance and hope.

A good dairy cow can produce four gallons of milk a day - enough for a family to drink and share with neighbors. Milk protein transforms sick, malnourished children into healthy boys and girls. The sale of surplus milk earns money for school fees, medicine, clothing and home improvements.

And because a healthy cow can produce a calf every year, every gift will be passed on and eventually help an entire community move from poverty to self reliance. Now that's a gift worth giving!

If you're moved to look further, their website has incredible success stories and ways you can help.