18 March 2013
It’s official – the chicken came first
ChildFund New Zealand solves one of Easter’s biggest mysteries
For centuries humanity has pondered the age-old question: ‘Which came first? The chicken or the egg?’, and this Easter
ChildFund can reveal that it is in fact the chicken.
While the question of chickens and eggs might be tongue in cheek, the benefits of both are 100 per cent worthwhile for
those in need.
A brood of 15 baby chicks has the ability for families to produce, consume or sell up to 3600 eggs each year, so it
really is a ‘gift with purchase’.
Baby chicks have long been a hot Easter favourite among Kiwis trying to avoid calorie laden treats, and have featured in
the top five choices of ChildFund’s Gifts that Grow purchases since the catalogue began in 2006, with over 56,000 being
gifted to families in need in the developing world.
ChildFund New Zealand Chief Executive Paul Brown says the benefit of a small brood of chicks for a family is long
lasting and makes a big difference to everyday life.
“This gift is able to help families in so many ways, as their 15 baby chicks not only provide nutritious food for
children, but also much needed income for their families”.
“For those living in poverty this Easter, these little chicks contribute a huge amount to families and have a major
impact on their children’s quality of life”.
Purchase a brood of 15 baby chicks for a family in need for just $57 this Easter. Purchasers receive a special gift card
explaining the gift and how it will benefit the recipient.
To order ChildFund Gifts That Grow visit www.childfund.org.nz or call 0800 223 111.
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About ChildFund New Zealand
ChildFund New Zealand is a member of the ChildFund Alliance, an international child development organisation with more
than 70 years of experience helping the world's neediest children, which works in 54 countries, assisting 16 million
children and family members regardless of race, creed or gender.
ChildFund New Zealand works for the well-being of children by supporting locally led initiatives that strengthen
families and communities, helping them overcome poverty and protect the rights of their children.
ChildFund's comprehensive programmes incorporate health, education, nutrition and livelihood interventions that
sustainably protect, nurture and develop children. ChildFund works in any environment where poverty, conflict and
disaster threaten the well-being of children.