SearchHeifer International empowers families to turn hunger and poverty into prosperity by giving them products and animals that bring new opportunities for success. Alton Brown explains how it works in this video. The site has a gift catalog and lots of information about their various success stories.
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The Water Project
This project provides access to clean, safe and reliable water across sub-Saharan Africa. Without access to clean water, dirty water leads to illness and disease.
Kiva
Another project to help people around the world to grow a business is the Kiva project. For a small loan of $25 you can choose a project to fund. This may help a small business grow, help someone go to school or even switch to clean energy. You receive updates on your loan and will get repaid and can withdraw your money or support another project.
Habitat for Humanity
This organization builds houses for people all over the world. “We build because we believe that everyone, everywhere, should have a healthy, affordable place to call home.” There are local branches all over the United States. Enter your zip code on the home page here to find your local branch.
