Gorta Releases

IRELAND IS GIDDY FOR GOATS!

Gorta is urging people to get their goats quickly this year! The gift of goats is being snapped up by the Irish public, according to sales from Gorta’s Christmas gift campaign. The campaign, which was launched recently, encourages people to buy ethical gifts this Christmas, and give the gift of a lifetime to those who need it most.

Brian Hanratty, Gorta CEO, said, “The gift of a mother and kid goat has always been a firm favourite with the Irish people, and is a continually a top seller of ours. This year has been no different with the goats being well ahead of the pack!”

“At just €35, it is absolutely fantastic value, compared to similar campaigns. When you consider what we would spend that amount on here and what it can do for a family in Africa – the difference is astonishing. This gift can provide a Ugandan family with an excellent source of nutrition for several years”, he added.

Buying the gift of a mother and kid goat provides a family with a nutritious source of milk and cheese, which can also then be sold at market. Furthermore, once old enough the kid will be given to another family who will also benefit greatly from this gift.

To purchase a mother and kid goat, or any of the range Lifetime Gifts drop into one of the ten Gorta shops around the country, call save 1850 808080 or  simply log on to www.gorta.org.

ENDS                              12 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