Oikocredit Packaged Global Grants
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ikocredit, the world’s largest private provider of financing to microfinance institutions, lends funds to microfinance institutions (MFIs) all over the world. In turn, the MFIs make loans to entrepreneurs, with a special emphasis on rural communities and women. This packaged global grant, developed in conjunction with Oikocredit, is available to Future Vision pilot districts only during 2012-13.
Not in the pilot? Interested in applying for 2013-14 grants? See the new Foundation grants pages .
Developing local entrepreneurs
Description: Rotarians collaborate with microfinance institutions in their own communities to develop and carry out targeted training programs that increase the impact of microcredit lending.
Area of focus: Economic and community development
Project countries: India, Uruguay, the Philippines
Award amount: US$20,000-$50,000
How to apply (pilot districts only):
1. Read the Getting Started document and the terms and conditions (pilot versions).
2. Complete the proposal (pilot version).
3. Upload the proposal to the Future Vision pilot site in Member Access.
Reporting:
Developing Local Entrepreneurs Report Form (pilot version)