Alleviating Global Poverty

Since 2005, we have helped people living in poverty build long-term financial resilience through income growth and savings.

We provide funding to organizations supporting micro-entrepreneurs and smallholder farmers through:

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    Financial Access

    Microloans for entrepreneurs  

    Business capital for people living in extreme poverty  

    Safe and reliable ways to save money

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    Education & Training

    Financial literacy training  

    Business skills development 

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    Agricultural Support

    Farming tools, equipment, quality seeds and fertilizer  

    Sustainable farming methods  

    Promoting local market access

Our Work in Action


2024 Funding Announcement

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Field Officer Appreciation Awards

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High Impact Program

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