COWS for CHRISTMAS
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When terrorists struck on September 11th, the Maasai, in an act of selfless compassion, donated 14 cows to America. Cattle are among their most sacred and precious possessions. Now they need our help!
In 2009, Kenyan police forcibly took over 6000 cattle from innocent Samburu, including widows and orphans, driving them into famine during the century’s worst drought. We spent over a year fighting tirelessly for human rights, restoring security, and developing a Cattle National ID system to prevent future losses. Samburu East residents remain destitute and in a state of famine due to the loss of their cattle, over 6000 head.
Please consider donating a cow, camel, flock of chickens or goat in lieu of a holiday gift this year. Instead, give a Gift of Hope! We will send you a special certificate (great for gifts!), and you will be updated on your livestock with pictures as they make a new home with the Samburu Maasai.
Donate a Cow!
Cows, in the Maasai culture, are not only precious pets, but are sacred parts of their livelihood and tradition. The Maasai sing to their cows, take care of them as family members, and see them as a symbol of wealth. This is the most directly beneficial gift to the tribe.
Cow
A cow will provide years of companionship and milk to its new family. Please choose a cow, or buy a "share": 1/4 of a cow.
Pregnant Cow
A pregnant cow will not only give companionship, but a precious calf! The Samburu Maasai have agreed to share any calves born with another family in the tribe. Please choose a pregnant cow, or buy a "share": 1/4 of a pregnant cow.
Bull
A bull will allow the Samburu Maasai to help repopulate their herd! Please choose a bull, or buy a "share": 1/4 of a bull.
Donate a Camel!
Camels are lovingly herded in Africa, and serve as companions, transportation, and a source of nourishment. A Camel, to the Samburu Maasai, is also a source of tourism income: they will be transportation for Sabache, the eco-lodge that supports the tribe.
Camel
A Camel will transport, befriend, and nourish the Samburu Maasai! Please choose a camel, or buy a "share": 1/4 of a camel.
Pregnant Camel
A pregnant Camel will support the Samburu Maasai tribe, and help repopulate by giving them a calf! The Samburu Maasai have agreed to share any calves born with another family in the tribe. Please choose a pregnant camel, or buy a "share": 1/4 of a pregnant camel.
Camel Bull
A bull will allow the Samburu Maasai to help repopulate their herd! Please choose a bull, or buy a "share": 1/4 of a bull.
Donate a flock of Chickens or a Goat!
Chickens are a fantastic smaller gift- they are easy to take care of, and give a perpetual income source- eggs! Goats are also important to the Maasai culture; they are herded by young children to teach them responsibility, and are a great source of milk and meat.
Flock of Chickens
$50
In the arid climate of Samburu, chickens are the perfect flock to easily maintain. The women sell their eggs to neighboring towns and to Sabache, the eco-lodge that supports the tribe. The eggs and meat are also vital to nourishing a family.
Goat
$75
Herding is an essential skill in the Maasai culture- it symbolizes the ability to take care of a family, and appreciation of a sacred food source. Young children are often given goats to take care of, to teach them responsibility and how to care for livestock. Aside from a life lesson, goats are also great milk producers and nourishment!