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The center organization is around an idea or mission to end world hunger. They share their vision with the public through their exhibits. They share info on food sustainability, living conditions and tons of other material surrounding hunger in our country and around the world.

Heifer International and The ONE Campaign have joined forces to help end extreme poverty.

Heifer International and The ONE Campaign share similar missions – fighting to bring an end to hunger and extreme poverty. Now, Heifer and ONE have teamed up to create a unique partnership and initiative to inspire action to create sustainable change.

What do you get when you combine the active voices of 3.5 million people who want to change the world with nearly 70 years of experience in on-the-ground programs that have helped lift 20.7 million families out of hunger and poverty? A powerhouse partnership between The ONE Campaign and Heifer International to end extreme poverty.

Three weeks ago, the middle school students at The Sharon Academy embarked on an epic field trip—visiting Peru, Guatemala, Tibet, Kenya, Mexico Poland, Ghana, and the Appalachian region of the U.S.—all in three days at Heifer Farm in Rutland, Massachussetts.

Most people who recognize the name Heifer International think of it as “that group that gives animals.” Those who know a bit more are probably familiar with Heifer’s policy of “passing on the gift.” When a family receives a gift of livestock from Heifer, it is always with the understanding that the first offspring of that animal will be passed on to another family.

Global Impact is proud to announce its Charity Alliance partners for the 2013 workplace giving season. The Charity Alliance features 81 of the most effective and recognized U.S.-based international organizations, ranging from large agencies with worldwide reach, such as Doctors Without Borders, World Vision, CARE, Heifer International, Save the Children, and The United States Fund for UNICEF, to charities providing vital services on a smaller scale.

Susan Sarandon will feature on today’s edition of CNN’s Impact Your World, and will talk about her work with Heifer International, a nonprofit focused on ending hunger and poverty while caring for the Earth.

For years I’ve been a big fan of Heifer International. I’ve always wanted to ‘gift’ a heifer. But the cost is above my budget- $500. This morning as I was doing my devotional I realized I could donate a portion from the royalties of my books and maybe fund a heifer. That was such an exciting thought!

The local communities are invited to a harvest potluck supper and decorated pumpkin contest at 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26. This fundraiser for Heifer International and will be held at the Wilkins Community House next to the Waterford Congregational Church on Plummer Hill in Waterford Flat. Bring a dish to share.