2008 Poster!

David Boothby will present Poland Study Tour

David Boothby, former Midwest Regional Director, will present two 30 minute Heifer International Poland Study Tour slide programs. Dave led many Heifer study tours before retiring in Sept. 2007 after working with Heifer for over 30 years. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about Heifer's work in Poland.

Chef Michael Kalinowski Feeds the Hungry

First time donor, Michael Kalinowski, has taken on the Kosovo Project. As a chef, he's a person who understands hunger and the pleasure of satisfying it.
The northern Kosovar village of Shtutice suffered terribly during the war in the former Yugoslavia. Some 49 houses, the school and ambulances were destroyed. Livestock was slaughtered, and tractors, combines and other agricultural equipment were stolen or burned. Seventy-six men died and 25 disappeared. Ninety children lost one of their parents; five children lost both parents, and 26 women were widowed. Surviving women still bear the physical and mental scars of beatings and torture by Serbian soldiers. In collaboration with the Women for Women organization, this project will help strengthen the community as families increase income and improve their nutrition and economic conditions. Increased income will help children receive a better education and improve family health. Heifer will provide families with sheep for wool production, milk and meat. Families will create wool handicrafts for sale to Women for Women. Milk and meat can be consumed by the families, and surplus milk can be sold at market.
Thank you Michael and Rebecca for fighting hunger.

Fill the Ark Challenge Trophy!

This trophy will be given to the winner of the "Fill the Ark Challenge", the church or organization that contributes the most to help "Fill our Heifer ARK".

Fill the Ark Challenge!

Magic Steel Sales Conjures Up Support for Thailand and Alpacas

We are proud to announce the Magic Steel Sales LLC of Grand Rapids will be sponsoring both the Thailand Project booth and the Alpaca/Llama booth. This is Magic Steels first year working with Heifer Happening and we are glad to add them to our team.

Art and Science Work in Harmony to Sponsor Heifer Happening

Anthony Foster and Linda Nemec-Foster teamed up in 1974 when they married. Anthony is a surgeon and Linda is a poet. Together they are taking on the challenge of sponsoring project tables for Heifer Happening '08. Dr. Foster will be sponsoring our Chicago project--an exciting look at how Heifer's animal solutions can be adapted to the urban environment. Linda will be sponsoring our Haiti project--a spotlight project this year.
Heifer is an organization with broad appeal to people of all kinds of gifts. We're glad this artist and scientist have partnered with us for another successful event.

LaFontsee Galleries Sponsors the New Camel Booth

Returning sponsors, LaFontsee Galleries, have decided to sponsor our new Camel Booth. We are excited by the opportunity this booth provides us to educate West Michigan about the importance of these fascinating animals and all they do to help communities adjust to climate change and alleviate poverty and hunger. Thank you, LaFontsee Galleries, for your global vision and continuing support.

Preparing for Heifer Happening '08

The planning committee is already hard at work on next year's Heifer Happening Living Gift Market. We are actively seeking business sponsors for our project and animal booths. New attractions are being added to the LGM next year, including a farmer's market and new displays. We'll be demonstrating a Bio-Gas Digester and a Chicken Tiller. You won't want to miss this great opportunity to learn about how Heifer's work is ending hunger one great idea at a time. Next year's event will be held at Wesley Park UMC on October 11 from 10-3. We'll see you there!