Source: World Vision
Ethical gifts from World Vision’s Gift Catalogue offer a meaningful alternative to traditional gifts
This festive season, World Vision is inviting compassionate Kiwis to consider the millions of children around the globe who will go hungry while we celebrate the festive season.
As we approach Christmas this year, more children are facing hunger, starvation, and conflict than ever before.
World Vision is determined to change this narrative by inspiring New Zealanders to give gifts that make a genuine difference. Instead of opting for novelty items or extravagant gadgets, we’re inviting Kiwis to consider the impact of a truly meaningful gift this year. A gift that will not only bring joy to a child or a family in need, but that has the power to truly transform lives.
Imagine providing a child with clean water for just $45, a chicken to provide eggs for a family at $12, or emergency food for $60.
With options like a beehive ($350), cooking classes to combat malnutrition ($54), a veggie garden ($28), reviving a forest ($215), or enabling a girl to get an education for $80, each gift not only brings hope but also paves the way for a brighter future.
Each gift purchased comes with a printed card or e-card so the giver can personalise and explain the life-changing impact that has been made on the recipient’s behalf. By sharing a gift with a loved one that carries a powerful message of compassion and change, you make a difference in the lives of children and their families.
World Vision Associate National Director TJ Grant says: “We know that small acts of compassion, kindness, and love over the festive season and beyond make a massive difference in the lives of children who are living with hunger and are in extreme poverty. By giving a life-changing gift from our Christmas Gift Catalogue, or even making a simple text donation, New Zealanders can help children and families who are facing extreme hunger this Christmas.”
Not sure what to give this festive season? Here are some suggestions from our most popular gifts:
- Gifts for $10
- Fast-growing seeds
- Immunise a child.
- Gifts under $25
- Chicken ($12)
- Tree seedlings ($18)
- Mosquito nets ($22)
- Back to school pack ($25)
Gifts under $50
- A family vegetable garden ($28)
- Garden tools ($35)
- A duck ($40)
- Clean water for a child ($45)
This holiday season, World Vision encourages everyone to come together to spread joy and compassion. Choose a gift that transforms lives and makes a lasting impact and be part of the change you want to see in the world.
To purchase a life-changing gift, visit worldvision.org.nz/gifts, text SUPPORT to 5055 and donate $3 to gift emergency food to a hungry child or call 0800-245-000 and share what gift you’d like to purchase. Together change IS possible.
