Heifer International in Connecticut

Heifer International's mission is to work with communities to end hunger and poverty and care for the earth.By giving families a hand up, not just a hand out, we empower them to turn lives of hunger and poverty into self-reliance and hope.

With gifts of livestock and training, Heifer projects help families improve their nutrition and generate income in sustainable ways. We refer to the animals as "living loans" because in exchange for their livestock and training, families agree to give one of its animal's offspring to another family in need. It's called Passing on the Gift – a cornerstone of our mission that creates an ever-expanding network of hope and peace.

Heifer in Connecticut provides the necessary support for Heifer's work by introducing Heifer to community groups and individuals throughout Connecticut.