Since 1944, Heifer International has worked with almost 43 million people around the world to end hunger and poverty sustainably. Working with rural communities in Africa, Asia, and the Americas, including the United States, Heifer International supports farmers and local food producers to strengthen local economies and build secure livelihoods that provide a living income. Heifer International launched Heifer Impact Capital to provide affordable finance options to the farmers and cooperatives supported by Heifer International programmes. These impact investments provide working capital and financing to purchase or lease equipment, enabling farmers to scale their businesses and increase their profits.