Microfinance: Charity Redefined

While an old topic within the world of social justice, microfinance has erupted with organizations like Hope International and Kiva as a way to end poverty in a sustainable manner.  The old adage “teach a man to fish, and he will eat for a lifetime” rings true with this means of ministering to the poor.

Both of these organizations fill a large void in the giving community as people are becoming more and more wary of giving to charities where there are organizational overhead costs.  Kiva and Hope both allow clients to decide exactly how their money will be used.  People can spread the love of Christ by giving to individuals.  Making disciples of all nations, our Christ-given command, has never been easier as we can now interact with and minister to the poorest in the world.