Description
Many impoverished communities we help rely on firewood for cooking, contributing to environmental degradation and health risks.
Environmental and health challenges
A kerosene stove offers a practical solution that reduces the need for firewood, minimizing deforestation and the harmful effects of indoor smoke. This reliable and efficient cooking method improves the lives of families while promoting sustainability and environmental stewardship.
Promoting safety
The gift of a kerosene stove offers families a safer and more efficient way to prepare their meals. Cooking with firewood can be hazardous, leading to indoor air pollution and accidental fires. Families can cook in a controlled and safe environment with a kerosene stove, reducing the risk of respiratory illnesses and burns. Additionally, the efficiency of a kerosene stove saves time and energy, enabling households to allocate their resources more effectively.
Help Avert a Humanitarian Crisis
Haiti Needs Urgent Assistance
In recent days, a surge of violence in Haiti has forced at least 360,000 people out of their homes. Food For The Poor’s distribution centers need more resources to serve the 4 million people who are now facing acute food insecurity. Help us restock and ship more containers to respond to the immediate crisis and prepare the recovery efforts to help internally displaced families return home.