When poverty is a way of life, people’s potential is often overshadowed by the struggle to survive. But when equipped with the right tools, even the most vulnerable are able to change their own world and create a better future for their children. Opportunity International stands alongside over 2.5 million clients with a mission to provide those tools—the financial products, educational programs and business training they need to move beyond poverty and build a more stable, secure and fulfilling life.
Opportunity International Network Website: http://www.opportunityinternational.ca/Category Archives: Microfinance
Microfinance organizations and social ventures in China
Wokai 我开
Wokai is an organization that allows people to contribute directly to microfinance institutions in China which in turn lend the money to entrepreneurs in rural China. Wokai is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Oakland, with core operations in Beijing, supported by individual donors, corporate sponsorships, fundraising events and grants.
Website: www.wokai.org Email: info@wokai.orgMedia Coverage
Casey Wilson talks about using Art to End Poverty in Agenda Magazine.
Program of Happiness ( 幸福工程）
This Chinese microfinance organization supports impoverished mothers. Chinese only.
Program of Happiness ( 幸福工程) Website: http://www.cpwf.org.cn/xf Email xfgc@vip.sina.com.cn Phone: +86 010 62179002 Fax: +86 010 62173494 Address: 北京市海淀区大慧寺12号邮编：100081
Lasso China 