Like many in Chamba Village, Rose Chikhadzula (above) wants goats to send her children to school.

Community Problem: When Rose's husband died seven years ago, his family came and took goats belonging to Rose and her children. Without the goats, Rose has struggled to pay for her children's school fees and uniforms. Lack of money leads not only to lack of education, but lack of heath care, and farming inputs, driving people deeper into poverty.

Community Solution: Raise a herd of 35 goats. Breed the goats over time to expand the herd and share billygoats throughout the community. Livestock in general is a driver of increased income in rural communities, and mature goats fetch good money on the open market. This project will build capacity in a community that has invested its resources to cover labor, materials, and 5% in cash.

Partners: National Peace Corps Association

Outcome: livestock assets for the entire village