Kiva Microfunds
International AffairsCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
Kiva Microfunds is a nonprofit operating in the international affairs sector, focused on connecting lenders with microfinance borrowers to support entrepreneurship and financial inclusion. Based in San Francisco, California, and employing a small team, the organization partners with a global network to facilitate zero- or low-interest microloans that help individuals and small enterprises access affordable funding. Its activity centers on expanding access to credit for underserved communities, with a model that leverages online crowdfunding to fund loans and support inclusive economic opportunities. Recent developments include partnerships with other organizations to broaden loan access and introduce new program initiatives, such as collaborations that enable targeted funding channels and multi-year initiatives. Kiva’s work is situated within the broader ecosystem of institutions that pursue development-focused lending and social impact through crowd-sourced capital.