2 down, 10 to go!
It’s time again for Kiva lending! February’s loan is heading on down to Senegal. Astou Sekou requested a loan to purchase damask and muslin to grow her sewing business. What can I say? I’m a sucker for seamstresses. It must be the sewing withdrawal.
Photo from Astou’s Kiva listing / She’s raising her hand.
I took a glimpse at my Kiva portfolio today and noticed something pretty cool. The total amount of money I’ve lent is about three times as much as I’ve deposited. I love this system.
xo, jill
That is lovely, you are basically a “Project Runway Senegal” benefactor. It is so wonderful to hear about systems like this actually working. What a great way to individually make an impact.
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Hi Jill,
I think this is such an awesome thing to do. I found your blog from a comment on another blog. I wander if you could just send me an email as to how kiva works. I have been looking for someone with a personal experience and their take on it. Costs to me etc..and minimum loan amount?
Thanks a lot, and looking forward to reading more in your blog. Happy Birthday!
Kemkem
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