'Genealogists for Families' is the name of our Kiva team. Kiva, a non-profit organisation, allows you to lend a small sum ($25) to a specific person. You choose the person, and you know how he/she will use the money and when it will be repaid. For you, $25 may just be the cost of a few takeaway lunches or coffees. For the borrower, it may be equivalent to many weeks income.
As your loans are repaid (often in monthly instalments) you can withdraw the money or lend it to someone else. This is a simple and sustainable way to empower someone to support their family, educate their children and lift themselves out of poverty.
How the project started:
Project developer / coordinator Judy Webster says, "My father set aside money (we called it his 'Do Good money') and periodically lent it to a hard-working person in need of help. When Dad passed away, I wanted to continue that tradition in his memory. I am delighted that hundreds of family historians have followed my example, each in their own way and for their own reasons."
Find out how to join 'Genealogists for Families' - a team that is really making a difference!
