Animals provided in Guatemala through World Vision’s Gift Catalog program keep on giving after the initial gift. Through a program called Pasando la Bendición, or Passing the Blessing, more families in need receive animals that provide them with reliable nutrition and income.
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From the Field
Hope and joy abound after family in Zambia receives goats
In rural Zambia, parents struggled to provide for their children, meaning kids were often unable to go to school or even have regular meals. But with goats from World Vision’s Gift Catalog program, families now are thriving — and blessing others in their community.
From the Field
How pigs are transforming a family’s future in Guatemala
A Guatemalan family is paving a path toward financial security thanks to the gift of pigs. Through a World Vision program, Nicolasa has invested time and dedication to learning the trade of raising piglets.
From the Field
Favorite photos of 2021
In 2021, the world continued to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic along with wars and political unrest. Refugees and displaced peoples fled violence. Natural disasters spread destruction in their wake. But there were also small and big moments of joy to celebrate. See what World Vision’s communicators captured in this extraordinary year.
Voices
Best Christmas gifts for 2021 to help you choose joy
As you plan your holiday shopping this year, here are our top 12 best Christmas gifts for 2021. Hear from 12 of our celebrity and influencer partners about their favorite ways to choose joy!
From the Field
Refugee family finds hope after receiving Gift Catalog goats
A family fleeing conflict in South Sudan lost everything and has started over in a refugee settlement in Uganda. World Vision Gift Catalog goats are helping them rebuild their lives.
From the Field
Gift Catalog goats open a floodgate of blessings in Zambia
A family was struggling in rural Zambia, but a gift of goats through World Vision’s Gift Catalog changed their lives and allowed them to also bless others. Now their children are dreaming of a bright future.
Change Makers
Montana girl’s love for glitter sends gifts of hope to children
Seven-year-old Rooney Weidemann of Montana is dedicated to sending hope to families in need by gifting animals through the World Vision Gift Catalog.
Change Makers
California girl’s gifts bloom with hope for other children
Ten-year-old Blakeleigh Snell’s gifts given through the World Vision Gift Catalog help empower children and families to lift themselves out of poverty. “It feels really good to know that I’m helping someone,” Blakeleigh says.
Change Makers
What to buy for the toughest names on your Christmas list
We’ve all been there — agonizing over what to buy for the toughest people on our Christmas lists. It can be disheartening to spend hours earnestly searching for the perfect gift, only to come up short.
This Christmas, we make it easy for you to knock out all of your shopping in one fell swoop. Choose joy with presents that match the recipient’s personality — animals from the World Vision Gift Catalog. Honor the people in your life by donating farm animals in their names to help others in need. You simply can’t go wrong. So grab a pen and paper, sit back, and take notes. We’ve got you covered with feathered and furry farm animals — from ducks to alpacas — sure to put a smile on the faces of even the toughest to buy for.