
Butternut squash
You butternut overlook this long-lasting gift
These squashes can keep for as long as six months – twice as long as a normal pumpkin – and this gift provides a family with a whole year’s supply! Every inch of these veggies is bursting with antioxidants, vitamins and minerals – even their seeds make for a great source of protein.

Gift in action
Abudho, six, admires his mother Sori's plot of butternut squash at their home in Kalacha, Marsabit. With Concern's support, Sori is able to grow healthy vegetables, ensuring Abudho and his two siblings have a nutritious diet. By selling the the surplus vegetables at market, Sori can also earn money for other necessities.
This gift goes towards our Livelihoods programme.

What You Get
When you buy this gift, you’ll receive a special card to pass on to your friend or loved one. This card will indicate what you have bought for them and you can choose to personalise it by adding a special message. Your postal gift should arrive within 3-7 working days. Alternatively you can choose to send them an e-card directly. And our handy new date selector makes it super easy for you to schedule your e-card to arrive on a date of your choice.