All of you who know me know that I have a big heart for other people in impoverished nations that don’t have the most simple and basic necessities of life.. and not talking about the iphone with 100 apps on it.. Im talking about food, water, medicine.. even just warmth.. World Vision is one of my favorite non profit organizations because there are so many ways to give back for an area that you may be particularly interested in.. In fact there is so much need in the world that its almost impossible not to find an area which strikes a chord in your heart..
Why goats..?
Well I am glad you asked..
A healthy dairy goat can give up to 16 cups of milk a day. Goat milk is easier to digest than cow’s milk and is an excellent source of calcium, protein, and other essential nutrients that growing children need. Goats can produce not only healthy milk but cheese, yogurt and other much needed dairy products.Since 16 cups a day is typically more than enough for the average family. A family would be able to sell/trade the additional milk for other food and needed materials and supplies. Goats are also a very practical animal and actually flourish in harsh climates while other animals might not survive of the scarce vegetation and produce valuable manure to fertilize crops and vegetable gardens.
Also the reason I bought 2 goats (1 male and 1 female) would allow for the opportunity to potentially sell the offspring and make additional money to help support the family financially. Equipping them with a stable source of nutrients and vitamins but also a source of income.. A great thing to do I think for a family in need.. Who knew that goats could be so valuable to a family. Another really awesome thing you can do is pick the region in which you want the contribution to go to. I just thought it was so cool that you could buy goats.. seriously though.. how cool is that!!
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I love it, those people that get the goats are going to be so blessed. We might buy one for our child that we sponsor. God bless.
Brandon, thank you so much for posting this. I’m just starting out in photography and this is one of my dreams – to help people with simple ways they can help the world. So thank you for taking the time to do this. And though as I looked through your blog and loved the pictures, this made my day!
I LOVE worldvision. Thank you for promoting it!
I love it. I have bought a goat too. One year I gave fruit trees as “gifts” to my kids. they loved the idea that someone somewhere was harvesting their fruit. keep it up. love your work. came by from the link at Jasmine’s blog.
I came across your blog through j*’s post, and I’m blown away. I think it’s so incredible that you unashamedly share your love for the Lord in your professional life, and I’m truly inspired by the fact that you give a portion of your hard-earned income to charities like World Vision…AND on top of all that you’re a rockin’ photog! Virtual high-five, Brandon! Congratulations on your upcoming wedding to that gorgeous lady! I wish you both oodles of blessings.
Brandon,
That’s very cool. I never knew that about goats. Thanks for sharing. I wish for a great Thanksgiving for you and your family. God Bless.