Gorta Releases

GIVE THE GIFT OF A LIFETIME THIS CHRISTMAS!

Gorta launches its ‘GIVE with Lifetime Gifts’ Christmas catalogue

Beat the Christmas rush this year and shop from the comfort of your own home! Singer Samantha Mumba and three year old Charlie Devane were on hand to help Gorta launch its Christmas ‘Lifetime Gifts’ catalogue, which encourages people to buy the gift of a lifetime for their loved ones this Christmas.

Gifts start at just €12 for Vaccinations which, in African communities, are vital for survival. The ever popular Flock of Chickens and the Mother and Kid Goats at €20 and €35 respectively make a welcome return to the catalogue. Chickens are an excellent source of nutrition for families while goats provide milk and cheese which can also be sold at markets to generate an income.

Gorta CEO Brian Hanratty said “Christmas is a time for giving. And what better way to give than to give the gift of life. There are a range of gifts on offer including the innovative Start-up Vegetable Garden which will allow families grow their own fruit and vegetables, improving both their household income and nutritional well-being.”

“When making that all important Christmas list, I would ask that people consider including a Lifetime Gift, as it not only helps individuals in some of the world’s poorest countries but also many young children, families and even whole communities,” he concluded.

To purchase a life-changing gift this Christmas CallSave 1850 808080, log on to www.gorta.org or call into your local Gorta shop.

ENDS                     5 December 2011

For further information contact:

Deirdre Kingston

Tel: 01 6615522

Note to Editor:

Gorta-The Freedom from Hunger Council of Ireland  

• Gorta’s mission is to work for a world free from the injustices of chronic hunger, poverty and disease, having special regard for the plight of children and the empowerment of women. Gorta establishes partnerships with local communities, and supports local leadership to ensure their needs are met in a sustainable way.

• Gorta supports agricultural activities including livestock rearing, irrigation schemes and other water-based projects.  The support of education, healthcare initiatives and income generating activities also forms part of Gorta’s work.

Full list of gifts include:

Vaccinations: €12

Flock of Chickens: €20

Goats – Mother and Kid: €35

Fuel Efficient Clay Stoves: €40

Start-up Vegetable Garden: €50

Life Skills – Beekeeper Training: €85

Bicycle Ambulance: €125

Essential Farm Kit: €250

Safe Drinking Water for a Community: €500

General Donation

Shop Locations:

Dublin:                    136 Capel Street, Dublin 1

                                32 Lower Liffey Street, Dublin 1

Cork:                       90 North Main St, Cork

                                6 Bridge Street, Bandon

                                South Square, Macroom

                                Ballally Lane, Mallow

                                Market Street, Skibbereen

Carlow:                   4 Burrin Street, Carlow

Laois:                     5 Kelton House, Portlaoise

Limerick:                23 High Street, Limerick City