The Gift of Changing Lives

Before the holidays, on the Order Up Organizing Facebook page, we listed some clutter-free gift ideas.  There were lots of ideas ranging from food, to gift cards, to Netflix subscriptions.  While I like to think she was following along with those posts, on Christmas morning my sister surprised me with a gift that most definitely should have made the list.

A Kiva gift card!  If you are not familiar with Kiva, it’s an organization that allows you to lend money to microfinance companies in developing countries (and in the US).  These companies, in turn, lend money to small business owners and students.  (Here’s how Kiva works.)

I didn’t know they offered gift cards!  

I just used the money Megan put on the card to help two young women with their food businesses.  One of them is in Rwanda and the other Peru.  

It’s such a fantastic opportunity to help others to help themselves.

Thanks Megan!

Have you loaned money on Kiva?  A small amount can make a huge difference in someone’s life.