http://www.pbs.org/frontlineworld FRONTLINE/World travels to Uganda to explore the impact of microfinance and, in particular, how one San Francisco-based nonprofit is using the Web to forge a more direct connection between lenders in the U.S. and borrowers in developing countries. For more information go to http://www.pbs.org/frontlineworld
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LOL, you got that …
LOL, you got that right. It is my new drug of choice!
If you cannot get …
If you cannot get along without the $25.00, think of how tough it is for the person who desperately needs the help.
No, you lend it out …
No, you lend it out of the goodness of your heart, and hopefully, re-invest it in another human being when the funds are paid back to you. If you cannot “Give” $25.00 without expecting some financial reward, this may not be the venue for you. Put it in your local bank and collect 1.whatever percent they are paying. This program was designed for TRULY needy and grateful people, in desperately poor communities where a small loan can actually make a world of difference in their lives.
Oh, yay, micro …
Oh, yay, micro finance.. just what I will need after the dollar collapses.
thats a gift, NOT a …
thats a gift, NOT a loan. they might as well put up a donation sign like the rest of the begging classes who target Americans.
we are acommunity …
we are acommunity based organisation in Uganda and would like your support.Please advice on away forward
This is a wonderful …
This is a wonderful organization and supports an excellent cause. Their default rate is actually lower than other more traditional loans because they work with micro credit institutions in the home country. Take this to the next level by using peer influenced loans, where the next person in the community cannot get a loan until your is paid back. Works like a charm.
even in European …
even in European countries entire family’s are having problems with the banks because they can’t pay back the money to the bank. What makes all this people think that Africans will have a nice future after the loans, and won’t ever have problems with money again? It will only make the problem even worst. 50% of Portugal and Spain’s houses already belong to banks because of loans.
I think the loans …
I think the loans you make to the people is money that you are comfortable to part with or you will be comfortable to wait a long time for it to be returned;if things dont work out. Im comfortable with loaning a small amount if it can actually DIRECTLY help these people other than giving them to charity orgs. and wonder where my money went 
i watched some …
i watched some documentary i think itwas CNN, saying that although this all sounds nice its NOT working and most people end up not having money to pay back and end up being harassed by the people trying to recover the loan money…
what the are …
what the are those broke africans going to buy? some more rocks and hammers! lol uh…”we’ll set you up on a low interest and you can pay it out over the next 55 years! retarded.
why don’t you watch …
why don’t you watch the video before you ask questions.
that was really …
that was really interesting, i didn’t know that sort of funding existed.
I am so happy for …
I am so happy for you.
Best wishes and may God’s will continue for you and be blessed throught your endevor.
God’s will and my prayers are with you,
May God’s will always be done.
With great LOVE.
Lane Oh
i was thinking the …
i was thinking the same thing. I am guessing that there is a lot of paper work for the people who are wanting to take these loans.
This is very …
This is very interesting and seems like a great things. But, I wonder if any scams get through this program??
Great Video to put …
Great Video to put in the spotlight Youtube. Interesting and Informative
August 21st, 2008 at 8:01 am
Right on, kd7iqp!!!
Right on, kd7iqp!!!