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Invest in Education Innovators with Opportunity

by Opportunity International

dEducation is the single largest determining factor for future economic status. Yet, 130 million young people worldwide are not in school — and 70% of them are girls. If a girl cannot complete secondary school, she is at a higher risk of illiteracy, HIV and early marriage, offering little chance of reaching her potential. Comfort Appiah saw that the children in her neighborhood needed access to a quality education. Today, she is an education finance loan client with Opportunity International and…

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Six Powerful Women Taking Action: The Power of One to Make a Difference

by Emily Terrell

We believe in the power of one woman to make a difference. This week, we found stories of six women who are doing their part to impact the lives of many, in their communities and around the world. Each story shows the unique power of one woman, no matter where she is in the world and what trials she has to face. Do you know a story about a woman making a difference? Share her story with us in a comment below! Amy Purdy—The amputee is the founder of Adaptive Action Sports, which creates action…

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Holiday Giving Guide: Citi Foundation, One Woman and a Gift Card of Opportunity

by Emily Riemer

This year, Opportunity International has unique and interactive ways to give the gift of opportunity to more than four million clients around the world that will not only do good, but will make you feel great. Here are a few of our favorite ways for you to partner with us this holiday season. Your gift will empower families around the world. 1. City A.M.‘s Appeal for Opportunity, Backed by the Citi Foundation In a recent City A.M. article, Citigroup’s global director of microfinance, Bob Annibale,…

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Opportunity International Honors World AIDS Day

by Brad Skeba

December 1, 2012 is World AIDS Day. Today, we at Opportunity International stand with millions around the world, including our clients, in the fight against HIV/AIDS. As an organization that offers AIDS education in some of the world’s hardest hit communities, we look forward to the day when families, friends and clients are freed from the yoke of this disease.  Today, millions of people worldwide will pause to reflect on the global pandemic that has done so much to define this century of human…

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Twenty-five Years of Impact: Opportunity International’s Board of Governors

by Opportunity International

This year, Opportunity International marks the 25th anniversary of our Board of Governors program. The Governors’ long-time impact is a testament to the power of one person, one family and one community of people to change the world. Governors serve as ambassadors for our work and make annual contributions of $5,000 or more to further Opportunity’s mission worldwide. Governors often make Opportunity a part of their estate plan, and may have a heart for a special project or campaign that they…

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Minnesota Supporters Spin, Discuss and Dine, Taking Action for our Clients

by Cassie Burns and Steve Waters

This November, Opportunity International supporters in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area were busy holding fundraising and awareness-raising events for the sake of our clients. Meet two Minnesota supporters — Cassie Burns and Steve Waters — who each share their experiences hosting recent get-togethers in their hometown. Cassie was co-host of a panel discussion with local women leaders, moderated by Opportunity CEO Vicki Escarra with keynote speaker Bonnie St. John, co-author of the book “How Great…

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What We’re Reading: Malin Akerman’s Commitment to Opportunity featured in Us Weekly

by Emily Riemer

Malin Akerman — actress and Opportunity International supporter — was featured this week in the Dec. 3 print edition of “Us Weekly.” In it, Malin talks about her trip to Tanzania in March and her visit to see our entrepreneurial high school at Nicaragua in July. We’re thrilled to see Malin’s passion for our work on the page! If you get the chance to pick up a copy, check her out on page 94. See more of Malin’s commitment to Opportunity and you’ll be as inspired as we are by her dedication.…

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Show Your Support for Women on Giving Tuesday

by Opportunity International

Happy Giving Tuesday to our generous Opportunity International community! Coming right after Thanksgiving, Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Giving Tuesday is a unique chance for nonprofits, families and businesses to come together to encourage the spirit of generosity and good will, to start the holiday giving season off right. Learn more about the movement at givingtuesday.org, where Opportunity International is an official Giving Tuesday partner. When you start a fundraiser for Opportunity International’s…

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Brighten Your Black Friday and Give the Gift of Opportunity

by Opportunity International

This holiday season, as you hunt for the perfect gift, consider giving friends, family and co-workers an Opportunity Gift Card to bring hope and opportunity to clients like Patience Dameh of Ghana (right). Your friends can use Opportunity Gift Cards to empower some of the millions of clients around the world like Patience who use Opportunity International loans and financial services to grow their businesses, employ their neighbors and feed their children. Patience Dameh owns of one of the most vibrant…

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On Thanksgiving and Every Day, We’re Grateful for Clients like Eugenie

by Opportunity International

As you gather around the Thanksgiving table, enjoying your time with family and friends, we know you’re grateful for all your blessings. At Opportunity International, we’re grateful for the opportunity to be part of work that empowers clients like Eugenie Nyirabagenzi to feed their families and secure a more hopeful future for themselves and their communities. Eugenie Nyirabagenzi owns a three-acre rice farm in Rwamagana, Rwanda. Until she became an Opportunity client, she couldn’t afford to…

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