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A farmer tending crops in a lush green field

Economic development

Loans, farming, skills and jobs that let families earn their own way out of poverty.

Illustrative photo: Richard Nyoni / Unsplash

4 causes in this area. Each one shows what a gift buys, how the money is split and the targets we report against.

All economic development causes, 2026 funding round

Target$239,372

A fruit stall piled with melons, mangoes and orangesEconomic development

Microfinance

Small loans and savings groups for people banks won't lend to.

$50 lockboxes and record books for two savings groups.

Target$49,261

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A farmer tending crops in a lush green fieldEconomic development

Agriculture

Seed, training and market access that raise small farm harvests and income.

$70 improved seed and fertiliser for two family plots.

Target$73,233

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A tailor smiling as he works at his sewing machineEconomic development

Job creation

Help small businesses grow and hire young people.

$100 a month's wage subsidy for a young apprentice.

Target$77,916

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A woman with a basin on her head talking on a mobile phoneEconomic development

Entrepreneurship training

Business bootcamps and mentoring for young entrepreneurs.

$90 bootcamp seats for two young entrepreneurs.

Target$38,962

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