Creating Change, One Loan at a Time: Our Journey with Kiva
At Access Transcripts, we believe that small steps can lead to big change—and that’s exactly what our partnership with Kiva has been about. Since we began lending, we’ve had the privilege of supporting hardworking entrepreneurs around the world, helping them grow their businesses, support their families, and build stronger communities.
Here’s a look at the impact we’ve made together so far:
🌍 Reaching Across Borders
We’ve lent to 39 countries, supporting individuals in places like Albania, Madagascar, Colombia, Vietnam, and Zambia. Each loan is a small investment in someone’s dream, from a farmer expanding her crop yield in Kenya to a shop owner restocking inventory in the Philippines.
💸 Lending by the Numbers
Total amount lent: $4,685
Loans made: 670
Lives changed: 670 and counting
Countries supported: 39
Lending percentile: Top 96% of Kiva lenders
Our lending strategy is simple: keep the funds moving. With just $1,215 deposited, we’ve created over $4,685 in lending impact by continually reinvesting repayments into new loans. That’s the Kiva effect at work, recycling dollars to maximize opportunity.
👥 Who We’re Helping
From groups like the Santa Rosa women’s cooperative in Paraguay to individual borrowers like Paulina, each person we support is striving toward financial independence and a better life. It’s an honor to be a part of their journey.
🤝 Why We Lend
Kiva allows us to align our values with our business goals: uplifting others, fostering global connection, and investing in the potential of people. It’s about more than dollars. It’s about hope, progress, and community.
Join Us
If you’ve ever thought about making a difference in a tangible, personal way, Kiva is a powerful place to start. Whether you lend $25 or $250, your contribution helps someone take a step forward.
You can explore more or start lending at kiva.org.
