The hunger and poverty crisis in India is massive. But together, we can change that.
Imagine how you would feel if you were living in abject poverty. What if your first priority - every single day - was to simply survive. You have no time or resources to improve your situation...what's the best way out?
What if I told you obtaining animals is the answer. Seem unlikely? India's government considers it one of the best ways for poor families in rural areas to lift themselves out of poverty.
Here's what these animals provide:
ENOUGH FOOD TO EAT
Entire families can sustain themselves with the meat, nutrient-rich milk, or high-protein eggs that goats and chickens provide.
EXTRA INCOME
As the animals reproduce, families can sell the leftover milk, eggs, cheese, and butter. And when the flocks and herds flourish, the kids and chicks can be quickly sold for even more cash.
FAR-REACHING BENEFITS
- Family members incapacitated by disease can become productive again
- Children can go to school
- Better healthcare and medicine are more affordable
- Families can consider improving their living conditions and dwellings
- The miserable cycle of poverty ends and a new cycle of prosperity begins for future generations
KERUSOMEN'S GIFTS OF HOPE PROGRAM
Families must show they are serious about providing a sustainable food supply and/or extra income for themselves and their children. In order to show their interest, they contribute their own money to feed and build shelter for the animals. Women and widows, who are the head of their households, can also attend training classes that teach them to manage money and achieve basic business skills.Need help deciding?
