Dec. 9, 2007 - Loan $25 to change lives through Kiva.org
I want to let you all know about a cool non-profit that is doing great things: Kiva.org
Kiva.org allows individuals to make $25 loans to low-income entrepreneurs in the developing world (microfinance). By doing so, individuals like you provide affordable working capital for the poor (money to buy a sewing machine, livestock, etc.), empowering them to earn their way out of poverty.
It's a new, direct and sustainable way to fight global poverty, and the way I see it, I get a higher return on $25 helping someone build a future than the interest my checking account pays.
Anyways, if you have a minute, please check out the site: http://kiva.org. If you need more "reputable" validation than my recommendation :), know that they have received great press in publications ranging from The Wall Street Journal to NPR to BusinessWeek.
This would be an awesome way to teach your children about social issues and how easy it can be to help out. You can also buy gift certificates to give to friends or family as Christmas gifts (perfect for that person who has Everything!). Please check out the website by clicking on the banner above. It is definitely worth your time!!
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