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CrealCritter

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sadly, when that far away it is a matter of being able to control they get what you send. Plus import of animals and seeds would be restricted. Since you sponsor them, it must be thru an organization. Maybe you could contact them and ask "what" could be provided and how to, plus assure they receive.

In many of these countries there are training situations so that you CAN sponsor the cost of a pair of goats, a small flock of chickens, etc. & they are trained to care for them, breed, provide for selves/family & often sell for some income (goat milk, eggs, etc.). It definitely elevates the family. Also, tools, seeds, etc.

I know the Presbyterian churches have such and sure others do also. Heck, I wish I could buy for what they cost there!!

I think it is grand that you do this. Although, it doesn't surprise me that you do. You are a kind person:) (who likes LOUD music :lol:)

You know I was thinking chickens and goats also and what a awesome idea calling up the organization to ensure they get the training needed.

:lol:I just LOVE music, i'm listening to loud music right now as a matter of fact. The court of the crimson king. What can i say i'm stuck in the way back machine.
 

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For the child in Africa definitely goats and chickens. I don't know Zambia well, but a cow may be good for them too, depending on the grazing, parasite situation there, which I now in some parts of the continent makes it near impossible to keep them. Money to put towards something like education would be wonderful for them both :)
 

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If you are allowed, a nice little pocket knife for them each would be wonderful...imagine what they could get done with their own knife and how much the other boys would want one. Knives are something passed down from generation to generation in those countries and often sharpened down to the nub in the end.

Clothing is something else that's nice...maybe you could find what size they wear? That's always well received.

Don't know if they would send them to kids sponsored under another organization but World Vision does the goats and chicken thing: https://donate.worldvision.org/give/goat-2chicken
 

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do you mind sharing what organization(s) you sponsor through? I'm impressed with the level of contact. seems like many others send the same one child profile to everyone and there's no way to provide further contact or support.
 
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