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Video John Deere Classic CBS
July 10, 2011, CBS Sports – John Deere CEO Samuel R. Allen discusses why economic development is so important to ensure the lives of people around the world, and video spot highlights John Deere’s…
Read MoreTyphoon Victims Need Our Help Today
Please join me in praying for the people of the Philippines. Heavy monsoon rains from typhoons Maring and Labuyo have battered the Philippines over the last two weeks causing devastating flooding and affecting…
Read MoreEntrepreneur Natalie Hornsby Believes in the Power…
Governor Natalie Hornsby was recently interviewed on the radio show “Personal Best” about her role as an entrepreneur, including how she transformed a new product – ZhuZhu Pets – into a global…
Read MoreThoughts on Mandela
Many continue to hope as anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela remains in critical condition fighting a recurring lung infection that has left him hospitalized since June 8th. As a widely beloved and respected…
Read MoreWhat We’re Reading: One Data Report 2013, Part 2
Transparency Makes a Difference Fiscal transparency and the quality of institutions play crucial roles in ensuring that government spending is effective and accountable. Transparency provides people with…
Read MoreWhat We’re Reading: ONE Data Report 2013, Part 1
As we peel back another page on the calendar, the deadline of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) is fast approaching. While 2015 appears in the distant future, in reality the MDG goals are less than…
Read MoreWe’re Thankful for Fathers Around the World
At Opportunity International, we are honored to support fathers around the world who are building better lives for themselves, their families, and their communities. This Father’s Day, we are excited…
Read MoreThe Father of a Community
By Stephanie Jimenez on June 14, 2013 This Father’s Day, we are celebrating Dads. Join us as we share the stories of some of our inspiring male clients, and support more fathers at opportunity.org. Meet…
Read MoreOpportunity International Announces Two Grants Totaling…
Learn how we are partnering with the Caterpillar Foundation in the fight against global poverty.
Read MoreThree Marathons Down, Three To Go
This week, Opportunity International supporter Vanessa Felts is running an ultramarathon across the Gobi Desert to raise funds and awareness for our clients. So far, Vanessa has run three marathons in…
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