Kiva is a non-profit organization with a mission to connect people through
lending to alleviate poverty. Leveraging the internet and a worldwide
network of microfinance institutions, Kiva lets individuals lend as little
as $25 to help create opportunity around the world. Learn more about
how it works.
Kiva New Orleans will address unmet financing needs of small businesses in
the city of New Orleans. Local partners, Good Work Network and ASI Federal
Credit Union, will screen applicants and select qualified borrowers to be
featured on the Kiva website. Preference will be given to businesses that
have identified a specific opportunity or contract that they need the funds
to mobilize and grow their business.