Oikocredit relies on investor support for more than financial investment in our project partners. Our investors are also our strongest resource in mobilizing support of Oikocredit’s model for alleviating poverty through microcredit. The Summer of Microfinance is traditionally a time when we ask investors to become ambassadors for Oikocredit, reaching out to their respective communities to share our mission and encourage a wider base of support. This summer, Oikocredit did ... Read More »

EVANSTON, Ill. – Entrepreneurs and microfinance institutions in developing countries will benefit from a new strategic partnership between the Rotary Foundation of Rotary International, a global humanitarian service organization, and Oikocredit, a Netherlands-based cooperative financial institution that promotes socially responsible investing. Under the partnership, the Rotary Foundation – the charitable arm of Rotary International — will provide grants to Rotary clubs to enable club members to work with microfinance institutions ... Read More »

Violence, unrest, and conflict continue to plague the Ivory Coast, especially the nation’s largest city of Abidjan and surrounding Abobo suburbs. Following the November 2010 election in which President Laurent Gbagbo refused to cede power to his opponent Alassane Ouattara, recognized by the U.N. and international community as the winner of the election, peaceful protests were met by violent government backlash that continues to escalate. Oikocredit is particularly concerned for ... Read More »

As Oikocredit gears up for our upcoming event in Washington, DC this Friday, I find myself getting really excited. My anticipation has been mounting for a while, and not just because it’s going to be a great party (and everyone loves a party!). Considering all the press  surrounding microfinance lately, I’m particularly looking forward to this Awareness Party as an opportunity to engage in discussion at a much-needed time. At ... Read More »

Oikocredit continues to harbour concerns of emerging trends and issues in the booming Indian microfinance sector. While the industry’s rapid growth and outreach is impressive, the focus of some microfinance institutions (MFIs) has tended towards financial stability rather than social impact. For some Indian MFIs, the mission has drifted and target, transparency and client protection are issues that need urgent attention. On October 17 and 18, Oikocredit’s Indian subsidiary Maanaveeya ... Read More »

OIKOCREDIT USA OFFERS A WAY TO INVEST IN PEOPLE FOR ‘DADS AND GRADS’ SEASON ‘OikoGifts’ honor a household, empower people, and allow people to give a gift that has meaning and a financial return Washington, DC, April 8, 2010 – The season of Mother’s and Father’s Day, graduations and spring celebrations is here – and Oikocredit USA (www.oikocredit.org/sa/usa), one of the oldest microfinance organizations that help people invest in other ... Read More »

Happy Earth Day! Find out 5 ways that you can help the planet. Oikocredit is way #4! Read how below: 4. Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is Thinking small works well when it comes to finance, too. In recent years, people have been embracing the idea of microloans — small investments, sometimes as little as $20, that can go a long way in helping people in some of the ... Read More »

Position: Admin/Outreach Summer Intern Location: 1701 K St. NW Suite 650, Washington, DC 20006 Start Date: Flexible. General dates are Mid May to late August Last Day to Apply: April 1, 2010 Languages: English Hours: Flexible. Part-Time preferred **This is an Unpaid Internship About the Organization: Oikocredit is one of the world’s largest sources of private funding to the microfinance sector. We also provide credit to trade cooperatives, fair trade ... Read More »

Oikocredit is investigating the situation of Haiti project partner Fonkoze after a major earthquake devastated the nation yesterday.

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For the Bolivian company of Guaguazú S.A, the sustainable use of the native Cusi Palm is the key to success. Guaguazú employs mainly indigenous women from the Guarayos region, who work in the gathering and processing of the Cusi nut. The objective of Guaguazú S.A. is to develop a sustainable industry around the fruit of the Cusi Palm in the small regions of Guarayan and Chiquitana in Santa Cruz. At ... Read More »