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Heifer's Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas Show Real Heart

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (Jan. 31, 2012) – This Valentine’s Day, don’t just go through the motions of gift-giving – get a special Valentine’s gift that will benefit others long after the heart-shaped chocolates are consumed. The gift of a flock of chicks, a llama or honeybees that help lift families out of poverty is the ideal present for Valentine’s Day.

Win a Trip of a Lifetime to Peru From Garnet Hill and Heifer International


LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (Jan. 30, 2013)–Garnet Hill and Heifer International are proud to announce the Pass on the Gift® in Peru Sweepstakes, which will award one grand prize winner with an all-inclusive trip for two to the ancient Incan Empire capital of Cuzco. For seven days, they will work hand in hand with Heifer to foster sustainable development in the community while experiencing the country’s colorful culture through exclusive guided tours. To learn more or to enter the Pass on the Gift® in Peru Sweepstakes, please visit garnethill.com.

Heifer International No. 20 in Global Journal’s Top 100 NGOs

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (January 28, 2013) – Heifer International is pleased to rank in the top tier—Number 20—in the second edition of the Global Journal’s Top 100 NGOs. The editors cited Heifer’s Passing on the Gift® as an important component to “ensure project sustainability, develop community and enhance self-esteem by allowing project partners to become donors.”

Heifer Armenia Provides Equipment, Training to Small Dairy Producers

YEREVAN, Armenia (January 28, 2013) – Heifer International’s Armenia program, working in collaboration with other international institutions, has provided more than 104 pieces of agricultural equipment to 33 farmer cooperatives through the Community Agricultural Resource Management and Competitiveness (CARMAC) project.

Help Worldbuilders Fundraiser Reach Goal for Heifer International

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (January 14, 2013) – Fantasy author Patrick Rothfuss’s yearly fundraiser for Heifer International, Worldbuilders, is quickly coming to a close on January 18, 2013 with a goal of $500,000.

Heifer International Marks 3rd Anniversary of Haiti Earthquake

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (Jan. 11, 2013) – On the third anniversary of the January 12, 2010 earthquake that devastated Haiti, Heifer International remembers the quake’s victims – those killed and those dislocated – and affirms our commitment to help Haitians emerge from the tragedy stronger than before.

Hope for New Beginnings, Prosperity in the New Year

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (Jan. 1, 2013) — Many mark the beginning of a new year by making resolutions, setting goals and starting with a fresh outlook for the 12 months ahead, and at Heifer International we are doing the same. We want to end hunger and poverty by helping more families move from poverty to prosperity, and we invite you to join us in this pursuit by considering joining our Friends of Heifer program. 

Year-End Donations to Heifer International Are Tax-Deductible

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (Dec. 26, 2012) – As the end of the calendar year approaches, it’s time to round out your charitable contributions for the tax year, and Heifer International urges you to include the struggle against hunger and poverty in your philanthropic efforts. Because Heifer International is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, donations are tax-deductible. Donors must make their charitable contributions by Dec. 31, 2012 in order to deduct them from taxes for the current year.

10 Ways To Give Back On Black Friday

This article appeared on the Huffington Post on Nov 23, 2012.

Sure, Black Friday is that perfect holiday hangover cure that gets you to stop stuffing your face and start filling up on discounted electronics, clothing and furniture. But while you’re digging through the department store sales, you can also take a moment to use your credit card for good on the biggest shopping day of the year.

Thoughtful Last-Minute Giving is Possible With Heifer International

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (Dec. 21, 2012)—Still searching for the perfect gift for the person who has everything?  Heifer International has a thoughtful and easy way to show you care: charitable gifts of animals and resources that will help families around the world to lift themselves out of poverty.

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