I want to encourage everyone to take a closer look at kiva.org

Kiva’s mission is to connect people through lending for the sake of alleviating poverty. They are empowering unique entrepreneurs around the globe.

When you take a look at the Kiva site, these amazing people who are starting a business for themselves will compel you.  When you choose someone to lend to, you are helping a real person make great strides towards economic independence and an improved life for themselves, their family, and their community.

Throughout the course of the loan (usually 6-12 months), you can receive email journal updates and track repayments. Then, when you get your loan money back, you can relend to someone else in need.

I have had the good fortune of lending to three women and they have ALL paid me back.

Kiva is changing people’s lives.  I believe in Kiva’s program and hope you will check it out.

www.kiva.org