Opportunity International

Empowering people living in poverty.

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http://www.opportunity.org/

Overview

Opportunity International provides microfinance loans savings insurance and training to over five million people who are working their way out of poverty in the developing world. Clients in 22 countries use these financial services to start or expand a business provide for their families create jobs for their neighbors and build a safety net for the future. Opportunity International is working to end global poverty by creating/sustaining 20 million jobs by 2020. We believe that enabling individuals to create dignified and sustainable work is the foundation for transforming their lives their children s futures and their communities.Opportunity International was founded in 1971 by two visionary leaders who were inspired to take action by their experiences with people living in extreme poverty.