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Organised by Gems Development FoundationAfter years of civil war, refugees in South Sudan are trying to replenish their herds and restore economic sustainability. One goat opens a world of survival and allows a family to have the safety net to pursue education and micro-business.
Closed 31/01/2021
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Visit the charity's profileThe GEMS Development Foundation has donated over 18,000 female goats to returning refugees in South Sudan. Years of civil war and unrest have decimated the herds from the herdsmen tribes in South Sudan. As the nation attempts to stabilize, our goats cultivate hope in families who are literally starting from scratch.
One she-goat can produce over 1 liter of nutrient-rich milk every day. The Nubian goats that we purchase originated in the Middle East and thrive on weeds and plants that humans can't digest and have the highest milk-fat content of all goat breeds. Goat milk is considered high quality protein, a good source for calcium and fat, and a good source of riboflavin, which is important for the body's energy production.
With over 60% of the population experiencing extreme hunger, we have been surprised to see the direct results of having a goat can have on a families nutrition. As the milk supplements their diet, we've seen the tell-tale signs of starvation (red-tinted hair, bloated bellies, yellowing eyes, decaying teeth) fade away within a year. As we return to these villages, it's almost impossible to recognize them.
One goat opens a world of survival and allows a family to have the safety net to pursue education and micro-business.
Purchase of Goat: $42.00
Vaccine/Vet: $3.00
Food/ Care for goat until distribution: $7.00
Transportation to recipient: $4.00
Onsite Staff: $8.00
Operational costs (website, travel, etc): $11.00.
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