The Heifer Project: Each year, during the Season of Lent, Providence raises money for the Heifer Project. This international program buys farm animals for farmers. From 2003 through 2012, Providence has raised $14,024.04 and with which it has purchased:
10 flocks of geese / ducks;
9 flocks of chicks;
12 heifers;
1 camel;
6 water buffaloes;
9 lamas;
8 goats;
11 sheep;
4 pigs;
5 trio of rabbits;
tree seedlings; and
25 hives of honey bees.
Check out Heifer Project’s mission and work at: www.heifer.org