Goat Lending Program Distribution Report

On 27 October 2026, Jyoti Nepal successfully implemented its Goat Lending Program, distributing a total of 25 goats to two community groups in Chitwan, Nepal.

The goats were distributed as follows:
- Jwala Women’s Group: 15 goats distributed to members of the group in Kalyanpur, Madi–6, Chitwan.

- Deep Jyoti Microfinance Group: 10 goats distributed to members of the group in Andrauli, Bharatpur–28, Chitwan.

Before distributing the goats, formal agreements were signed between Jyoti Nepal and each participating group to clarify their respective responsibilities and ensure the effective implementation of the program.

The program aims to improve the livelihoods of beneficiary families through goat farming, create sustainable income-generating opportunities, and promote economic self-reliance. Through the revolving goat-lending approach, the program also aims to extend its benefits to other families in need in the future.

Agreement Made

First Party: Jyoti Nepal

▪ The First Party shall hand over 25 female goats (young does) to the Second Party in a single instalment on the specified date.

▪ The female goats must be healthy and at least six months old.

▪ The First Party shall conduct field inspections from time to time based on reports submitted by the Second Party and provide necessary technical advice.

▪ The First Party shall discuss the progress and impact of the Goat Lending Program with the Second Party and provide necessary recommendations.

▪ The First Party shall arrange winter fodder grass seeds based on the recommendation of the Second Party.

Second Party: Community group

• The Second Party shall prioritize members for the Goat Lending Program who are economically disadvantaged, marginalized, at risk, affected by conflict, or single women, and who are willing to comply with the organization's rules and regulations.

• The Second Party shall conduct regular monitoring and inspections and provide necessary advice and guidance to the beneficiaries.

• The Second Party shall establish and maintain an orderly list of members selected to receive goats under the Goat Lending Program from the beginning of the program.

• The Second Party shall play an important role in encouraging and supporting participating members to construct and maintain proper goat sheds and engage in fodder cultivation.

• If a goat becomes ill, the Second Party shall promptly inform the relevant technical personnel and provide necessary support to the members.

• If a goat dies for any reason, the Second Party shall prepare an official incident report stating the cause of death in the presence of a responsible representative of the cooperative institution and inform the First Party accordingly.

• When the goats are returned for the first time and handed over to other members, the Second Party shall also invite the First Party to attend the handover process.

• If a goat received under the Goat Lending Program is found to be infertile or must be sold for other valid reasons, the Second Party shall conduct an inspection and assessment, complete the necessary procedures, and arrange for a replacement goat.

• The Second Party shall submit the necessary reports to the First Party on time.

Objectives and Revolving Approach of the Goat Lending Program

The Goat Lending Program aims to improve the livelihoods of beneficiary families through goat farming, create sustainable income-generating opportunities, and promote economic self-reliance through self-employment.

A key feature of this program is its sustainable and revolving livelihood approach. Beneficiaries are encouraged to use the support effectively to develop their goat-farming activities and improve their household income. As agreed under the program, the benefits are extended to other families in need by transferring goats or their offspring to new beneficiaries. This revolving process enables more disadvantaged families to access livelihood opportunities, strengthen their economic independence, and improve their living conditions over time.

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