John,

While 2023 is still "fresh" and "new" — countless families around the world have already been hard at work to break free from hunger and poverty. And they’re doing this thanks to the life-changing animals and education you gave them!

You should see the smiles of joy on their faces as they receive their animals. You see, they are moved that a kind stranger (you!) across the world would entrust them with such an incredible gift … that someone believes in them.

And that is why I am inviting you to send Heifer families a message today. You may not be able to visit them personally, but your words of encouragement can touch their hearts!

We will take your message with us on our next trip to the field and share it with the people you’ve helped.

I can’t emphasize enough how much your message of support will mean to these families.

You should see how their faces light up with joy when we pass on your heartfelt messages. They show off their notes to family and friends and hang them on their walls so all can see. Your words give them the extra confidence they need to succeed!

So please take a moment to send your message! I can’t wait to share it with the people in our programs and show them that they are not alone in their journey to break free from hunger and poverty.

Caitlin Richard
Heifer International