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Heifer USA is developing a cooperative model that allows small-scale farmers the opportunity to make a living doing what they love – farming.

Heifer is part of a collaborative effort that has launched a two-year pilot program to improve the livelihoods of farming communities in Haiti growing vetiver, a plant used in fragrances, teas and other foodstuffs.

David Norman, senior vice president of investment programs, discusses impact venturing in a podcast about new ideas to end hunger and poverty.

Heifer is training farmers in Ecuador how to deal with a fungus that has devastated the cacao crop.

An increasing number of charities are going beyond traditional models of fundraising and distribution to come up with creative ways to improve the lives of those in need, both at home and abroad.

In response to Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’ call for suggestions about charities to support, Charity Navigator has identified half a dozen non-profits that are moving the needle where hunger is concerned.

This Charity Navigator piece published on BuzzFeed suggests that Jeff Bezos donate to Heifer to help end world hunger.

“Heifer International’s training taught us to be smart farmers – how to make and implement plans and raise animals,” he said.

Teaching kids the joy of giving begins at home. By supporting their children to follow their passions, a Rhode Island couple discovered their son’s heart for Heifer’s mission.

And I recently went to Ecuador with Heifer International to see firsthand how they are teaching people to be environmentally conscious and good to animals.