Merry Christmas and happy ‘Moo’ Year with Cows ‘n’ Things!

14/12/2011

Last minute Christmas shoppers should look no further than Cow’s ‘n’ Things, Age UK’s ethical gift scheme, for a present with a difference.  The online gifts, which include cattle, chicks, goats and even a whole house are available online at www.cowsnthings.org.uk, so even if the shops have closed on Christmas Eve, it’s still possible to get great gifts for the ones you love whilst helping older people across the world.

 

Money donated through Cows ‘n’ Things will be spent on helping the most disadvantaged older people overseas by providing gifts that are based on their needs. The impact of gifts can be life changing, with people benefiting in countries including Uganda, Mozambique and Vietnam.

 

It's simple, quick and easy to purchase from Cows 'n' Things, with the recipient receiving either a gift card in the post or an e-card via email. It’s a perfect option for last-minute Christmas shoppers and a nice alternative from the traditional bubble bath and socks! Gifts can be ordered online at www.cowsnthings.org.uk or by calling 0800 169 87 87.

 

Paul Farthing, Director of Fundraising at Age UK, said: “Whether it’s a cow, a goat or a fruit tree, choosing from Cows ‘n’ Things doesn’t just give a gift for Christmas – it will change someone’s life into the New Year and beyond. For example, just £7 can purchase 20 chicks that will grow, breed and therefore produce more chicks and eggs that can be eaten or sold.

 

“Money donated through Cows ‘n’ Things will be spent on our work overseas in more than 40 developing countries. It’s a great way for people to share some festive spirit and help older people all over the world enjoy a Happy New Year.”

 

Cow’s ‘n’ Things is an ethical gift scheme run by Age UK and implemented by its sister charity HelpAge International. For more information about Cows ‘n’ Things, please visitwww.cowsnthings.org.uk to view a range of online products or call 0800 169 87 87. For more information about HelpAge International, please visit www.helpage.org