Dec 20, 2015, 4:45 am
Last edit by: wilsnunn
The FlyerTalk Lending Team on Kiva:
improving lives a small loan at a time.
Kiva.org is the not-for-profit microlending organization that networks people willing to lend to small entrepreneurs in developing nations using available technology and international networking / collaboration, and how Kiva.org had become an approved FlyerTalk charity thanks to TalkBoard's approval June 29, 2008 <link> It is listed on the FlyerTalk Cares page.improving lives a small loan at a time.
"Kiva is a grassroots project started by a team with a big idea: one-to-one, real-time lending to the poor via the Internet. Currently, we take no cut of the loan you make through our site -- 100% goes to the entrepreneur. We suggest a 10% donation, in addition to your loan, to help us cover our costs. Kiva is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and your donation is tax-deductible for US taxpayers." (Suggested donations for administrative overhead, low though that is, are not required - you may lend 100% if you so choose.)
As of 15 May 2016 it was 607 FlyerTalk lending team who have lent $2,209,175 in 37,092 loans! And now as of 30 June 2019 it is 941 members who have lent $6,415,775 in 71,722 loans!
Our motto is: "We loan because: We want to fight global poverty while earning miles."
This is tangible evidence Flyertalk Cares! There are likely other FlyerTalkers on Kiva who have not joined - if you are one of them, do so now to show your and FT's support and involvement. If you haven't lent yet, check it out - you may want to join up. For the low-income entrepreneurs on five continents who are requesting loans, microlending is significant - and it takes a lot of drops to fill the bucket. (Read on to see updates!)
Now, we can see this sophisticated network link resources from those who can lend (no interest, sorry!) with those who are needy, worthy and screened by local NGOs and have a need to start / expand their small business to enhance their and their families' survival. And, using PayPal and your FFP/FFG linked card or account, you can earn miles or points with many loans!
FlyerTalkers are lending, and fulfilling one of FT's seminal values, that of "paying it forward."
Read more about Kiva.org, who supports and enables it (Intel, Google, Paypal, Intuit and many others,) and see if you have $25.00 (or more) you can lend someone deserving in a land you have visited and enjoyed (or not.)
This is how it works:
Add your experiences here, or if you haven't joined... won't you consider joining the FlyerTalker Lending Team?
You can see who the latest FT borrowers are (some still possibly needing loans) here
For ease, you can click here: Subscribe to FlyerTalker Lending Team on Kiva.org
FlyerTalker Lending Team on Kiva.org!
Aug 4, 2010, 9:59 am
#361
In Memoriam, FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Southern California
Programs: DL: 3.8 MM, Marriott: Lifetime Titanium
Posts: 24,575
Water Buffalo are certainly honking big animals.
As are certain breeds of oxen.
I've also noticed elephants being used as drayage animals in the Far East but I would imagine giblet could tell an elephant from an ox.
As are certain breeds of oxen.
I've also noticed elephants being used as drayage animals in the Far East but I would imagine giblet could tell an elephant from an ox.
Aug 4, 2010, 8:04 pm
#362
Join Date: May 2009
Location: GLA
Posts: 1,214
Tomorrow I am going to the field to meet four Kiva entrepreneurs. I would love it if you would submit questions for me to ask them. I noticed that FlyerTalkers have lent to some of these borrowers, so please have a look and see if you recognize these businesses!
If you could submit your questions on the comments section of the above pages, I'd really appreciate it. We are testing out this tool to see if it's a good way to connect Kiva lenders and entrepreneurs. Even if you didn't initially loan to these businesses, it would still be great to get your questions.
I'm sorry for the short notice but would love to get questions as soon as possible. I will be leaving for this visit in 22 hours.
- Chansoeun Oum - dessert sales, motorcycle transport
- Thim Hun - porridge sales
- Socheat Houn - garment factory worker, education expenses
- Kou Chamnan - cattle
If you could submit your questions on the comments section of the above pages, I'd really appreciate it. We are testing out this tool to see if it's a good way to connect Kiva lenders and entrepreneurs. Even if you didn't initially loan to these businesses, it would still be great to get your questions.
I'm sorry for the short notice but would love to get questions as soon as possible. I will be leaving for this visit in 22 hours.
Aug 5, 2010, 5:57 am
#363
Join Date: May 2009
Location: GLA
Posts: 1,214
Aug 6, 2010, 1:32 am
#365
Join Date: May 2009
Location: GLA
Posts: 1,214
Water Buffalo are certainly honking big animals.
As are certain breeds of oxen.
I've also noticed elephants being used as drayage animals in the Far East but I would imagine giblet could tell an elephant from an ox.
As are certain breeds of oxen.
I've also noticed elephants being used as drayage animals in the Far East but I would imagine giblet could tell an elephant from an ox.
Here ya go:
Aug 7, 2010, 8:42 am
#366
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: LAX
Programs: AA EXP 2MM, SPG Plt, Hyatt Plt
Posts: 318
Aug 7, 2010, 11:37 am
#367
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: Body in Downtown YYZ, heart and mind elsewhere
Programs: UA 50K, refugee from AC E50K, Marriott Lifetime Plat
Posts: 5,132
Aug 7, 2010, 9:42 pm
#368
Aug 8, 2010, 10:27 am
#369
In Memoriam, FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Southern California
Programs: DL: 3.8 MM, Marriott: Lifetime Titanium
Posts: 24,575
Aug 11, 2010, 9:58 pm
#371
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: Body in Downtown YYZ, heart and mind elsewhere
Programs: UA 50K, refugee from AC E50K, Marriott Lifetime Plat
Posts: 5,132
Our giblet is down with a hacking cough but she's not out. Blog has been updated and it's a good read. Check it out!
http://linakiva.blogspot.com/
http://linakiva.blogspot.com/
Aug 15, 2010, 12:47 pm
#373
Moderator, Hilton Honors
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: on a short leash
Programs: some
Posts: 71,419
We should pass $50,000 in lending this month. A month ago the total was $40,000.
FT team on kiva
Number of Team Members 163
Number of Loans 1556
Number of Loans per Member 9.5
Total Amount Loaned $47,725
FT team on kiva
Number of Team Members 163
Number of Loans 1556
Number of Loans per Member 9.5
Total Amount Loaned $47,725
Aug 16, 2010, 12:46 am
#374
Moderator: Lufthansa Miles & More, India based airlines, India, External Miles & Points Resources
Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: MUC
Programs: LH SEN
Posts: 48,130
We got 62$ back and I reloaned today... FT should definitely crack the 50k mark this time
http://www.kiva.org/lender/starmegado2009
http://www.kiva.org/lender/starmegado2009
