Palestine for Credit & Development (FATEN)

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Partner Description:

Palestine for Credit & Development (FATEN) is a non-profit microfinance institution founded in 1999. Operating throughout the West Bank and Gaza, FATEN provides financing to low-income entrepreneurs, farmers, and small business owners, with a strong focus on marginalized communities, including refugees and women. Through its nationwide outreach and commitment to financial inclusion, FATEN works to empower underserved populations and strengthen local economic development.

A unique lending approach:

Kiva’s funding enables FATEN to expand access to tailored financial products for entrepreneurs and vulnerable communities. FATEN offers a diverse range of loan types, including group loans, small enterprise financing, agricultural loans, housing improvement loans, and education-focused loans for youth, all designed to meet the specific needs of the communities it serves. The organization combines responsible lending with close borrower follow-up and community feedback to ensure its products remain relevant and supportive. At a broader level, this approach helps borrowers build sustainable livelihoods, access education and employment opportunities, and contribute to long-term economic resilience in Palestine.