The Approach
Ending Poverty Through Business.
Business is the most effective way to fight poverty.
Around the world, we partner with locally-led organizations to support business growth and job creation so that people may be equipped to lift themselves—and their families and communities—out of poverty for good.
Partners Against Poverty.
We work in partnership with others to achieve a world without poverty.
We currently partner with over 80 Local Community Institution (LCI) partners in over 30 countries around the world.
These partners collectively serve hundreds of thousands of entrepreneurs. We also partner with over 1,000 volunteer Business Affiliates (BAs) who serve in their own communities and abroad.
When we say "Partners Worldwide," we don’t mean an organization. We mean this global network where everyone is an equal partner, and that includes you.
Our 3-way Model.
Our model is a Spirit-led partnership
Local Community Institution (LCI)
This is our term for our local partners. They are independent, locally-owned and led organizations working to end poverty through business in their communities.
Business Affiliate (BA)
These passionate individuals and groups of volunteers collaborate with Local Community Institutions to develop concrete plans, share expertise, and provide financial support and spiritual encouragement.
Partners Worldwide (PW)
Our global team is the catalyst for our network. We identify new Local Community Institutions, orient and equip Business Affiliates, facilitate existing and emerging partnerships, and grow our network.
A Holistic Approach.
It takes a system of support to end poverty. Our unique approach includes four activities that work together to equip and encourage businesspeople.
Partnership
The word “partnership” is used differently by many organizations. For us, partnership starts by understanding and responding to the needs of entrepreneurs in a particular market so that everyone called to business can access the things they need to thrive.
We seek out organizations to serve those entrepreneurs, forming strong, long-lasting relationships. We take time to understand the needs of each partner and work together to design plans and solutions to help them dynamically meet the needs of entrepreneurs in their community. Throughout this process, we draw on strategic activities that have been developed through years of experience from our global network.
Training
We develop and help implement business training curriculum based on biblical principles for micro and small to medium enterprises.
Coaching
Network Building
Investing
Through Local Community Institutions and strategic partnerships, we provide funds for microloans and loans for small & medium enterprises. We also collaborate with our partners on innovative projects that address financial gaps in underserved markets, aiming to create more efficient and accessible financial systems.