Heifer International Buffalo NY Group - overlookfarmseptember12142008

Overlook Farm September 12-14, 2008

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10 Things You Can Do Today to End World Hunger

Ten Things You Can Do Today to End World Hunger 1. Feed your mind. Visit one of Heifer International’s learning centers to experience ways that you can make a difference. 2. Get busy. Volunteer for local or national organizations that fight world hunger and poverty. Nonprofit groups are often the strongest voice for the hungry. 3. Ante up. Charitable, alternative gift giving can directly support anti-hunger and sustainability efforts 4. Buy “fair.” Fair trade products ensure farmers and craftspeople in developing countries receive an adequate price for products and services and help them better support their families. 5. Go organic. Organic farming is environmentally friendly and provides a sound agricultural alternative. 6. Go and see. Join a Heifer Study Tour, where you can interact with people around the globe, learn about their communities, their lives and their struggles. You will return reinvigorated in your commitment to end hunger. 7. Bring Your Commitment home. Shop at your local farmers market and support small farmers. The food is fresher, and your dollars help those living in your community. 8. Use the Power of the Pen. Write your State and U.S. Senators and representatives to let them know that world hunger is a political issue and one of your top priorities 9. Be an Ambassador. Get your church, social group, family or civic club to help in the fight against hunger. Grassroots efforts make a dramatic difference in the lives of hungry families, as well as provide a strong voice of representation in governments. 10. Pass it on. Share your knowledge with your children and encourage them to get involved in the quest to end hunger. Ensure your commitment to ending hunger will burn in the next generation. Click here to learn even more.

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10/19/2008 5:31:11 PM - 001053447347
Hi Jaime and the Volunteer team--every time I experience a member of the Heifer Volunteer team of WNY I am more excited and grateful for the talents and the energy of each of you. Yesterday at the Apple Festival was delightful! Heifer is becoming known through our efforts in a way that is authentic to who we are and to the essential mission of Heifer itself. While each of us "Passes on the Gift" of our time and talents I am always struck by how the cornerstone of Spirituality is expressed. We have forged a connection to each other and we envision a future that is anchored in justice for everyone. Wow!

Diane

10/19/2008 2:55:07 AM - 002012737101
Nice job Jamie ! Wish I knew how to even download pictures. I belong to Shutterfly and have no idea what to do with my pictures, so I stand in line to print them for a looong time. This site makes us look like such a polished and professional team. That's a lot of pressure !

10/9/2008 6:50:25 PM - 002033916299

Heifer Learning Center at Overlook Farm

Overlook Farm, located in Rutland, MA (62 miles West of Boston), is one of Heifer International’s learning centers providing education that promotes sustainable solutions to global hunger, poverty and environmental degradation.

More than 20,000 visitors a year participate in a variety of experiential education programs at Overlook Farm, from two-hour tours to multi-day programs to weeklong experiences. The programs challenge people to examine their own habits, consumption patterns and beliefs to become more responsible global citizens. A variety of programs are offered for groups with select programs available to individuals. Overlook also hosts public events each year. Upcoming Event: Living Nativity - December 13 and 14, 2008. Learn more.

Educational programs are facilitated by Overlook staff. Many of the staff are volunteers. These volunteers come from many areas of the world and range from high school and college graduates to retirees. Overlook is a community filled with people who are actively working to end hunger and poverty while caring for the earth.

Visitors can drop-in to see many of the animals that Heifer International uses around the world, including water buffalo, alpaca, llamas and traditional farm animals, and explore housing similar to those found in developing countries in which Heifer works such as Guatemala, Peru, and Thailand. Guests can purchase products from around the world which help support artisans at the local level in the International Gift Shop.

Self-guided tours are available for drop-in visitors (10 or less) Monday-Saturday from 9-5 pm and Sunday from 12- 5 pm Eastern time. All overnight programs and group tours require advance reservations thru the Reservations Office

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Bringing an End to World Hunger Through Unimaginable Blessings

Today, millions of people who were once hungry will be nourished by milk, eggs and fresh vegetables. self-reliance

Families who for generations knew only poverty will be building new homes and starting businesses.

Children who once headed out to the fields to do backbreaking work will be heading into schoolrooms to learn to read.

And people who never thought they’d be in a position to help someone else will be experiencing the joy of charitable giving.

With Heifer’s proven approach – almost 60 years in the making – to helping people obtain a sustainable source of food and income.

Long-Term Solutions emphasizing community involvement distinguish our work from that of global relief organizations.

“Passing on the Gift” means recipients agree to share the offspring of gift animals with others in need, making them equal partners with Heifer in the fight to end world hunger.

Animal Well-Being guidelines are strictly reinforced with professional veterinary training staff.

Disaster Rehabilitation, with long-term, sustainable development the goal of Heifer's rehabilitation projects.