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What Is Microcredit?
Programs that extend small loans to very poor people for self-employment projects that generate income, allowing them to care for themselves and their families.
Mission Statement
The Foundation for Women (FFW) serves impoverished women locally and globally by funding and creating microcredit programs.
Problem- Poverty
Half the world, nearly 3 billion people, lives on less then $2.00 per day
1.5 billion people live on less than $1.00 per day.
Poverty means dimished life chances for women and their families
Solution- Microcredit
The Foundation for Women funds very small loans to impoverished women making it possible for them to start businesses to provide for themselves and their families. Borrowers meet weekly, repay their loans and save money at the same time
The Foundation for Women (FFW) is committed to changing the statistics of global and local poverty – the fact that 1 in 5 people must survive on less than $1/day – the fact that half the population on the planet lives on less than $2/day. To help change this reality, God had a really good idea some 10 years ago – and Deborah Lindholm was very blessed to hear it. FFW was born. FFW is committed to eliminating global poverty through microcredit.
Visit www.thefoundationforwomen.org to learn more!
"Purchase with a Purpose" – 15% of every purchase funds the Foundation for Women's microcredit movement.
Kioko Mwitiki, a renowned metal sculptor from Kenya, breathes life into recycled metal. His unique metal animal designs have been exhibited across East Africa, Europe, and now the San Diego Zoo! Recognized as a pioneer, Kioko doesn't use any new iron sheet for his artwork; instead, he uses recyclable metal to create life like animals for all sizes.
Kioko Arrives in Kenya
Kenyan sculptor and artist Kioko has emailed us to say he has arrived safely home in Nairobi and is reconnected to his family after being in San Diego for three months. His commitment to a partnership to support our microcredit work in Africa is very strong. A percentage of every sale of his work is donated to the Foundation for Women. Kioko’s work is still for sale at the San Diego Zoo – purchase for a purpose. He will return to San Diego and the Foundation for Women in May 2008. We treasure Kioko and this very special partnership.
Yoga Aid Challenge Saturday, Sept. 27th
"It was so empowering and unifying to complete 108 Sun Salutations with over 50 Yogis at La Jolla Cove last Saturday morning.
Together we raised over $7500 for the Foundation For Women to support their micro-credit programs that help women and their families end the cycle of poverty.
Thanks to all beautiful souls who participated or contributed!"
-Laura Plumb
A Dream Come True for One San Diego Microcredit Borrower
One of FFW's very first borrowers in our El Cajon program has seen her dream come true!
Anasthasie and her family came to the U.S. to escape the terror in their native country of Togo, and settled in El Cajon several years ago.As anyone who knows her will tell you, she is a lady of remarkable strength and courage. Her first loan took place almost 5 years ago,and was used towards her hair braiding business which required sending to Africa for supplies.
After borrowing the maximum amount of $1000 several times over, Anasthasie tucked away her money towards the day when she and her girls could move into a real salon and braid all day long if they so chose to do....well,you guessed it!!Not only has she moved right in, but she OWNS it, and will be happy to give anyone a first class braiding job along with daughter, Kafui.
You can find "Roots" in a shopping center at 212 Euclid Ave...stop in and say hello!
Who I'd like to meet:
"I met a women who borrowed $4. She had never seen $4 in her life. She bought a comb, a pair of scissors and a mirror, and she put her husband in business as a barber. In one year this landless family was living in a house and the children were in school-- all because of $4."
-Deborah Lindholm, Founder/CEO
“There is something beyond handouts that can make a difference in global poverty. I believe we can make a difference. I've seen that come from loaning someone as little as $25.”
-Deborah Lindholm
