“Kiva lets you connect with and loan money to unique entrepreneurs in the developing world. By choosing a loan on Kiva, you can “sponsor a business” and help the world’s working poor make great strides towards economic independence. Throughout the course of the loan (usually 6-12 months), you can receive email journal updates from the entrepreneur you’ve sponsored. As loans are repaid, you get your loan money back.”
(Source: Kiva.org)
Financials
| Date | Type | Amount | Investors | Valuation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/01/10 | Series A | 5M | Unknown |
People
Geoff Davis (Board Member)
Jenny Stein (Board Member)
Tabreez Verjee (Board Member)
Alex Edelstein (CEO, Founder)
Leslie Crutchfield (Board Member)
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