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August 27, 2011
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I have supported OI with monthly donations since the 1990s. I first heard of microfinance and OI through a book called "Rich Christians in an Age of Hunger". That book sold me on microfinance, and the integrity of OI sold me on it. I have watched it grow over the years with a business savvy and yet laser-focus on mission that is unparalleled. It is consistently on the cutting edge of technology in finding more efficient and more effective ways to serve the poor, and it is highly transparent and communicative about what it does with its money.
The Great!
I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
watching its years of progress, growth, and commitment.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
give it a higher industry profile.
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Was your donation impactful?
Definitely
How likely is it that you would recommend that a friend donate to this group?
Definitely
How likely are you to donate to this group again?
Definitely
What specific problem, purpose, priority, or project prompted your gift?
its Christian motivation, its focus on women
Why did you make your donation at this time?
Learning about microfinance, OI, and the Agra Covenant, a giving commitment.
What would you tell others about this organization?
It excels what it does, and does only that which it can do well.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011
July 11, 2011
1 person found this review helpful
I became very involved with Opportunity International through a Board of Governor's member in 2005, and became a donor and Board of Governor's member myself shortly thereafter. I am very passionate about the eradication of poverty. After many years of trial and error, training/technology based models of microfinance appear to be a viable solution and potentially a major breakthrough to economic development in many parts of the third world.
The Great!
I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Meeting with Opportunity's loan recipients.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
make it non-denominational.
July 10, 2011
1 person found this review helpful
Back in college, I had the opportunity to take a course on microfinance and go on an Insight Trip to see firsthand how Opportunity helps lift people out of poverty. Opportunity is a very caring and compassionate organization. Opportunity is also run like a business organization, which helps it be very effective and efficient in achieving its goal of lifting people out of poverty. I have been very satisfied as a donor with them for the past few years. Opportunity is a wonderful organization.
The Great!
I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
seeing how effective they are at helping lift people out of poverty.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
not change a thing!
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Would you volunteer for this group again?
Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
Life-changing
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Very Well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011
May 5, 2010
Opportunity International takes a business approach to micro lending which makes it one of the most efficient, yet compassionate, organizations in this space. All the money is used to help individuals in third world countries build viable small businesses that create jobs and economic vitality.
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The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
outstanding
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
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February 28, 2009
1 person found this review helpful
Opportunity International is, in my opinion, the best place to contribute to if you want your dollars to have the most amount of overall and sustaining impact. I found out about Opportunity last April, and I have taken an active role in the organization ever since, both from a financial standpoint, but more importantly by raising awareness. We are now in the process of launching YAO - the Young Ambassadors for Opportunity in an effort to raise awareness about the positive impacts of microfinance in the 18-35 year old demographic. Opportunity is where my heart is.
The Great!
I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Serving 1.1 million poor people.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
That my dollars earned and my work performed is sustainable.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Some of the best people on the planet.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
Continue to do what it is doing...
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
1 person found this review helpful
February 25, 2009
1 person found this review helpful
I have given thousands of dollars to this organization because I believe in its mission to provide microfinance services to the working poor in the developing world. I also believe that giving loans to people to start or build a business is the best way to help them lift themselves out of poverty. I have seen firsthand the effects of a loan on the lives of Opportunity International clients. With their business profits, they feed their children more nutritious foods, send them to school, upgrade their housing and begin saving money to increase their security. They also take leadership roles in their community and have a newfound sense of self worth. I'm also impressed with Opportunity's stewardship of the money I give them. Every $100 I give is multiplied to $274 for the poor. One reason is that the loan money is paid back and then recycled again and again to help more people. This is one organization that I feel very comfortable recommending to people who want to make a difference in the world. Opportunity is truly transforming lives -- over 1.24 million last year.
The Great!
I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
the lives of the poor.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
meeting actual clients who have benefited from Opportunity International loans, business training, savings and microinsurance programs. Getting a loan has truly transformed their lives.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
amazing. They truly have hearts for the poor and really want to make a difference in their lives.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
help lift thousands more people out of poverty.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
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