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Do you lend through Kiva?

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I've been lending money through Kiva.org ($50) for a while now and found it an easy (just being honest) and efficient way of helping others who could be viewed upon as in need.

Many of the people are business owners / aspiring entrepreneurs in 3rd world countries who need help to take the next step, and Kiva puts you in touch with them through 3rd party lenders.

Do you lend?
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  • Savvy_Sue
    Savvy_Sue Posts: 47,324 Forumite
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    Our church has started doing so, and it seems to be going well.
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  • KhalidCSJ
    KhalidCSJ Posts: 17 Forumite
    We have a team of "affiliates" doing it together, the spirit is great and we've help lots of people get on their feet or take the next step.
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  • sams247
    sams247 Posts: 1,362 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Homepage Hero Photogenic
    I looked at this a little while ago, and it looked well organised, but I couldn't find anyone to personally give feedback on it. Would be interested in hearing people's views
      To those who are given much, much is expected

        £2025 in 2025 = £680.60
          Food Budget £180/9.30.
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