About the Goat Project
A mission rooted in empathy, driven by transparency, and sustained by community.
Our Mission
The Goat Project was born from a simple observation: many low-income families in rural Bangladesh lack access to sustainable income sources. A single goat — properly cared for — can transform a family's economic situation through milk production, offspring sales, and asset building.
Our approach is different. We don't give money. We give productive assets. And we ask for one simple thing in return: when your goat has its first baby (at around 3 months), return it so we can help another family. You keep the original goat and every offspring after the first.
The Agreement
Each beneficiary agrees to return the first baby goat at 3 months. That's it. They keep the original goat and all future offspring. This one simple agreement keeps the cycle of giving alive and makes the entire program self-sustaining over time.
Our Values
Targeted
We focus exclusively on families earning less than ৳20,000/month — those who will benefit most from a reliable income source like livestock.
Transparent
Every beneficiary, every cost, and every progress update is published publicly on this website. No hidden overhead.
Self-Sustaining
The pay-it-forward model means the program grows organically. Each first baby goat returned funds the next family.
The Team
Rasel Ahmed
Founder & Sole Funder
Personally funding and overseeing the entire project. Rasel started this initiative to help low-income families achieve financial independence through sustainable livestock ownership.
Sozol Ahamed
Project Co-ordinator & Purchase Manager
Coordinates family selection, manages goat purchases, and ensures each beneficiary receives proper support throughout the program.
R I Sajib
Finance Manager
Maintains transparent financial records, tracks costs, and ensures every taka is accounted for and used effectively.
Our Roadmap
Personal Funding
Rasel personally funds all goat purchases. Building trust, transparency, and a proven track record.
Open to Public Donations
At 1,000 families, we will open to public donations with full accountability and reporting.
Community Expansion
Expanding to more districts, partnering with local organizations, and scaling the impact nationwide.