recognition AND AWARDS
Guided by purpose, honored for impact
At Kiva, we strive to create a financially inclusive world by focusing on populations where the Kiva community can do the most good. In fact, 91% of Kiva borrowers report an improved quality of life after receiving a loan. It’s results like these that have earned Kiva top charity rankings and awards. We have highlighted some of our most recent recognition here.
Gold Awards for Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Initiative, and Best Employee Engagement Initiative
Gold Award for Partnership or Collaboration, and Silver Awards for Innovation and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
World Changing Ideas Award with Honorable mentions for Finance and Developing World Technology
The Chief New Era of Leadership Award with Honorable mention for Resilience
Winner in Community Building and Best Use of Partnerships/Celebrity Endorsements
Newsweek Excellence Index, certified by the Best Practice Institute
reviews
Hear from the Kiva community
From small-business backers and community-building partners to equity-driven volunteers, it takes a team of Kivans to pursue big goals like financial access for all. Here's what they have to say.
"If you don't know the joys of helping people through Kiva you should check it out. A small microloan can make a huge difference in a family's/person's life. And you get to follow a fellow human being's progress toward reaching their goals, which feels really nice."
— Jennifer, Kiva lender, Twitter
"Kiva is a good thing and bright light in a troubled world. It gives me insight into the lives of others and a way to make a positive difference in their lives."
— Naomi, Kiva Lender, Trustpilot
“Kiva is an easy way to make a real difference in someone's life - & it immediately puts you in a good mood.”
— Penelope, Kiva lender, Twitter
"In a big world with many problems, Kiva has found a way to help, in a significant way, those who need a path to improve their lives, their families’ lives, and their community."
— Diane, Kiva Lender, Trustpilot
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