Bóthar beneficiaries become donors
The “pass on” system that Bóthar uses in all of its projects is the most important part of Bóthar work. Each family that takes part in Bóthar projects must formally agree to pass-on to another selected family the first female offspring born to their animal. (In the case of the bee, rabbit and chicken projects the recipient family must save money earned from the sale of produce and offspring and with this must purchase breeding rabbits, flocks of chicks or hives as well as paying for the cost of training for pass-on recipients). Families do not only pass on animals they also pass on their knowledge resources and skills, in this way the gift is multiplied and over time many families and even whole communities benefit. This system is an integral and essential part of all Bóthar animal projects.
Passing on enables Bóthar beneficiaries to become donors themselves, giving the donor a sense of pride and dignity from knowing that they are now in a position to be able to help others in need.
