Economic developmentMicrofinance
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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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
Fight poverty in Africa: microfinance and jobs
Most families want a way to earn, not a handout. Your gift funds savings groups and small loans that are repaid and lent again, better farming methods and storage, jobs in growing local businesses, and training for new entrepreneurs.
Economic developmentEconomic developmentAgriculture
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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Economic developmentJob 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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Economic developmentEntrepreneurship training
Business bootcamps and mentoring for young entrepreneurs.
$90 bootcamp seats for two young entrepreneurs.
Target$38,962
DonateQuestions about donating to economic development
How can I help end poverty in Africa?
Supporting families to earn is one of the most lasting ways to help. Choose Microfinance, Agriculture, Job creation or Entrepreneurship training and give online. Choose a cause, enter your amount in US dollars and pay securely by Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay or cryptocurrency (Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDT and 100+ coins). You get an email receipt straight away and a field report every quarter.
How does microfinance help families in Africa?
Families borrow to buy stock, seed or tools, repay the loan and the money is lent again, so each gift helps several families over time.
Can I sponsor a family in Africa?
Our economic development and children's causes support whole households: income, food, school and savings. Choose the cause that fits, and you get a quarterly report on what it achieved.