Winter survival kit
Winter survival kit
This gift in action
Why buy this Winter survival kit gift?
- Harsh winters and unpredictable weather are increasing as a result of the climate crisis. This excellent charity gift idea can help families in times of crisis.
- Snuggle up! Thanks to this gift, families can stay warm during cold winters.
- Everyone’s needs are different. With this gift, families receive cash which gives them the freedom to buy exactly what they need as well as giving back to the local community.
Case study: Cash for winter in Afghanistan
‘I am very grateful for the cash assistance programme. It has changed our lives.’ Omar*, Afghanistan
Omar* lives in Daikundi province in Afghanistan with his family of eight. Daikundi region often gets cut off from the rest of the world during winter due to avalanches, landslides and flooding. Drought has also had a devastating impact on farmland, leaving Omar unemployed for most of the year.
He told us: ‘Life has been tough with the droughts this year. Some days we have been left no choice but to eat grass. This has left my son and wife sick.'
Thankfully, CAFOD-funded local experts have been able to distribute cash to the struggling families. The cash assistance programme allows families to purchase essentials like blankets, warm clothing, fuel and food for winter.
Omar told us: ‘With the first round of cash assistance I bought essentials for our home like wood, gas, heaters and blankets for my family to use. This purchase made me feel safe knowing we will be ready for the next winter.’
*Name changed to protect identity
Why buy this Winter survival kit gift?
- Harsh winters and unpredictable weather are increasing as a result of the climate crisis. This excellent charity gift idea can help families in times of crisis.
- Snuggle up! Thanks to this gift, families can stay warm during cold winters.
- Everyone’s needs are different. With this gift, families receive cash which gives them the freedom to buy exactly what they need as well as giving back to the local community.
Case study: Cash for winter in Afghanistan
‘I am very grateful for the cash assistance programme. It has changed our lives.’ Omar*, Afghanistan
Omar* lives in Daikundi province in Afghanistan with his family of eight. Daikundi region often gets cut off from the rest of the world during winter due to avalanches, landslides and flooding. Drought has also had a devastating impact on farmland, leaving Omar unemployed for most of the year.
He told us: ‘Life has been tough with the droughts this year. Some days we have been left no choice but to eat grass. This has left my son and wife sick.'
Thankfully, CAFOD-funded local experts have been able to distribute cash to the struggling families. The cash assistance programme allows families to purchase essentials like blankets, warm clothing, fuel and food for winter.
Omar told us: ‘With the first round of cash assistance I bought essentials for our home like wood, gas, heaters and blankets for my family to use. This purchase made me feel safe knowing we will be ready for the next winter.’
*Name changed to protect identity
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