How Does Charitable Gifting Transform Lives?

Charitable gifting can be the one-time catalyst that changes a life and a community for good across Asia and Africa. Products like clean water, vocational tools and livestock from GFA World’s Christmas Gift Catalog are geared toward helping families break free from poverty and create a better future for themselves. For people like Sabel and Raissa, gifts of a goat or a sewing machine have made a monumental difference in their lives by providing them with a stable way to earn an income and support their loved ones.

Sabel,[1] a dedicated wife and mother, faced immense challenges as the sole breadwinner due to her husband’s illness. Working as a domestic laborer, she struggled to meet her family’s needs. Her situation improved when she received a goat from GFA World. This goat provided nutritious milk for her family and became a source of income through the sale of surplus milk. Sabel’s compassionate nature led her to share the goat’s milk with a neighbor’s sick child, further strengthening community bonds. This gift not only alleviated her financial burdens but also empowered her to support others in need.

Raissa,[2] a woman who had long desired to learn tailoring to support her family, was blessed through GFA World’s initiatives. Raissa received a sewing machine, enabling her to start her own tailoring business. This gift not only improved her family’s financial situation but also empowered her to contribute to her community. Raissa expressed her gratitude, stating, “I was really longing for a machine. I have no words to express my feelings and thanks to the church.” Her story exemplifies how a simple gift can restore dignity and hope and be a means to breaking the cycle of poverty.


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