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From Poverty. To Possibility.

Microfinancing and loans are the key to ending poverty worldwide. They allow for people to have freedom of choice to decide their future with dignity, hope, and a way to a better life that is sustainable.​

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Working Together Works


MPA is working with organizations in Africa in five categories of microfinancing programming: Financial Loan Program, Cow Living Loan Program, Clean Water Program, Education Program, and Safe Woman Program. At the center of each of these programs is the opportunity for a hand up from poverty to possibility available to all no matter their race or religion. 

The goal of our programs is to reduce poverty and increase economic development in Africa through access to financial resources.

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Water filters provided through our water program

1541

Post-fistula women have started a income project

1900

Original cows as living loans​ in our cow program

73%

Loan program participants reported increased savings

391

Students have stayed in school due to scholarships​

What We Do


Loans Program

MPA supports individual income projects, group projects, savings and credit unions.

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Cow Program

Living loans of cows to subsistence farmers who have successfully trained and …

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Clean Water

Small loans or pay-it-forward commitments offer access to a filter-plus-bucket …

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Health Program

For post-fistula women we have piglet income projects and alternative income …

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Education Program

MPA offers scholarships through partners with schools. This empowers them to extend …

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Microfinance Is More Than a Loan


Microfinance programs come in all forms.  A “dollars-and-cents” financial loan structure is the foundation.  MPA also applies the principles of microfinancing to program (cows, water, health, education).  Each of our programs requires that members save or invest in some way; clearly communicate the terms by which the loan will be repaid or paid forward; train and support members to navigate the inevitable obstacles; and ultimately empower communities to implement economic solutions at the grassroots level. 

  • Key #1: Applying microfinance principles across our programs. 
  • Key #2: Partnering with grassroots programs to achieve the mission.
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Our Heroes


Mushasha Community

The Mushasha community recently received a borehole, providing them with access to clean water. This …

Meet MushashaMushasha Community

Kintu Saifi

Kintu, a resident of Buwunga sub-county in Masaka district, has been a beneficiary of the Cow …

Meet KintuKintu Saifi
Cynthia - Shalom standing outside wearing her school uniform.

Cynthia – Shalom

Cynthia Mamvura of Marondera, Zimbabwe, and her little sister came to the Abbot Francis Pfanner …

Meet CynthiaCynthia – Shalom
Margaret Wanjiru laughing as she holds a bright pink shoe.

Margaret Wanjiru

Margaret Wanjiru, moved to Kamulu, Kenya in 2014 after her husband built a permanent home for their …

Meet MargaretMargaret Wanjiru

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Join us in impacting communities in Africa by providing a hand up from poverty to possibility. With each donation made, you’re supporting a business entrepreneur to lift themselves out of extreme poverty with dignity and respect.

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Latest News


The Importance of Access to Clean Water in Africa: How It Impacts Health, Education, and Economic Growth

Access to clean water is essential for human life and development, but unfortunately, it is a luxury …

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We Don’t Have to Do It Alone: Toni Temporiti on Empowering Women Through Trust and Community

Tune in! Sr. Toni Temporiti, founded Microfinancing Partners in Africa, an organization that …

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17th African Gala

What a night it was! The 17th Gala of our organization was a resounding success, and we would like …

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The Impact of Lifting Women Out of Extreme Poverty

Women in Africa face significant challenges, including poverty, which exacerbates their struggle for …

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