Heifer Project International has a unique and successful approach to ending hunger and poverty. Since 1944, HPI has provided food and income-producing animals and training to millions of resource-poor families in 117 countries. Giving microcredit in the form of livestock promotes self-reliance, which builds self-esteem and helps families lift themselves out of poverty.

Milk, eggs, wool, draft power and other benefits from the animals provide families with food and income. Selected appropriately and managed well, animals improve nutrition and help families earn money for education, clothes, health care, better housing and starting a small business.

HPI's grassroots approach lets people make their own decisions about how to improve their lives. As partners work together to overcome obstacles, they strengthen their communities and foster democracy.

By training partners in environmentally sound, sustainable agriculture practices. HPI makes lasting change possible. At the heart of the HPI's philosophy is the commitment families make to "pass on the gift," by sharing one or more of their animal's offspring with other families in need. Helping others ensures dignity and multiplies the benefits of the original gift from generation to generation.

Heifer Project's time-tested approach helps build stronger families, gender equity, vibrant communities and a healthier planet. Please help us "fill the ark." Make checks payable to Glendale High School (memo Heifer).