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What We’re Reading: Dynamic Duos Champion Our Microfinance…
Every Wednesday, we highlight an article, book or a blog in our “What We’re Reading” series. We feature works that are noteworthy, inspiring, educational or relevant to the work we do at Opportunity.…
Read MoreOpportunity Ranked in Top 5 Microfinance Nonprofits…
This week, Opportunity International was rated in the top 5 microfinance nonprofits by Philanthropedia, a charity-rating organization that evaluates nonprofit effectiveness through surveys of industry…
Read MoreLocal Event: Investment in Women, the Power of the…
On Monday, December 6, at the Nineteenth Century Club in Oak Park, Ill., Betsy Perdue, co-chair of the Women’s Opportunity Network (WON), shared about the ‘multiplier effect’ and how it increases…
Read MoreImproving Housing In Colombia
For many Colombians, heavy rains bring about serious challenges. Client Danilsa Maria Hernandez Ramos of Arjona, Colombia (center) makes a healthier home for her children through our roof and floor loan…
Read MoreOver 150 Chicagoans Gather at Schubas for Tunes for…
Last night, on Tuesday, Nov. 30, Young Ambassadors for Opportunity (YAO) held its first-ever Tunes for Tanzania. This was a benefit concert featuring local bands who came together to help raise money…
Read MoreThe UPS Foundation Awards Grant to Expand Opportunity’s…
Today, we announced that The UPS Foundation, the charitable arm of UPS, has awardedOpportunity International a grant in the amount of $100,000. The grant fosters economic literacy, as well as improves…
Read MoreDick Hoefs, A Lasting Legacy
We give thanks for our dear brother, friend and mentor, Dick Hoefs, who passed away on Nov. 26 in the presence of his loving family. Dick supported Opportunity clients for nearly 25 years and served on…
Read MoreWorld AIDS Day: How Does Microinsurance Make an Impact?
Today, Dec. 1, is World AIDS Day. 2.4 billion people around the world live on $2 a day or less and of those only 80 million people have access to microinsurance. In areas where HIV/AIDS is prevalent,…
Read MoreOpportunity International Receives Grant from The UPS…
Learn how we are partnering with the UPS Foundation to foster economic literacy and improve access to affordable microfinance services in India.
Read MorePepperdine University Welcomes Microfinance Loan Officer…
On Tuesday, Nov. 16, the Los Angeles chapter of YAO brought international guest Susan Chunda, an Opportunity Malawi loan officer, to share her experience with over 250 students on Pepperdine University’s…
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