Do you feel the need to make a difference? Maybe you've seen those TV ads to help the needy, but you fear your dollars might not reach the people you want to help. Or you may believe in teaching people how to fish, not just giving them a meal for a day. Then you should explore micro-lending, which is talked about in Stephanie Enright’s column in today’s Monday Business section of the Daily Breeze. The Grameen Bank Web site offers background on its efforts.
The Kiva Web site takes a Facebook-like approach to the program. It not only connects individuals with Third World loan seekers, it allows lenders to see how their money has made a difference.
While Kiva participants can loan all or part of the money requested, micro-lenders may require more substantial funds.
Other micro-lending Web sites are: www.villagebanking.org; www.opportunity.org.
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