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Investor Leadership Trip to Ghana

A Hunger Project staff person and investor shares her experiences on a recent Investor Leadership Trip to Ghana. In the words of one investor, “THP and the epicenters shifted from a distant concept to something I now have inside of me. I got my heart filled with this trip and it will stay with me forever.”

Gudatu Rural Bank Inauguration in Ethiopia

The ultimate objective of The Hunger Project's (THP's) Microfinance Program (MFP) is to gain government recognition and operate as a licensed saving and credit cooperative (SACCO) or Rural Bank. Owned entirely by community members, the Rural Bank then provides the...

Farmer’s Success Yields Great Results for Others

Mrs. Bassine Kane has seven children and is the Chair of the Ndiollofen Village Women’s Organization in The Hunger Project’s Sam Contor Epicenter in Senegal. The results she achieved through her bio sorrel (organic hibiscus) farm helped to influence the local authorities’ commitment to award land to other village women’s organizations and increased women’s access to fertile land.

Learning the True Meaning of “Comfort” with THP-Ghana

Comfort Aniniwa was used to the ups and downs of subsistence farming. She was unable to picture a brighter future for herself, or her family. When THP-Ghana gave her the skills, financial freedom and encouragement to start her own business, things started looking up. Now, Miss Comfort Abena Aniniwa is becoming more “comfortable” every day – truly living up to her name!

The Power to Dream in Mozambique

The satisfaction that Ms. Ana Sebastiao Zitha gets from being a financially self-sufficient woman is irreplaceable. With the skills she gained from trainings at her local epicenter, Ms. Zitha learned to take control of her future. And empowerment is contagious: Ms. Zitha now makes one of her epicenter’s most motivated animators, passing on what she has learned to others.

The Will to Succeed with THP-Benin

Celine Migan was struck by a debilitating injury while still a child. Too often in her society, this sort of handicap casts a dark shadow over the lives of its sufferers, robs them of their abilities, and dooms them to beg in the streets. However, with The Hunger Project in the picture, self-sufficiency and dignity are never far away. Read about how Ms. Migan works with THP-Benin’s Microfinance Program to defy grim statistics and succeed every day.

Of Cola Nuts and Coca-Cola – THP in Ghana

At 47, Vida Osei-Boahene is discovering she has a knack for business. After suffering the ups and downs of susbsistence farming for years, THP-Ghana gave her room to grow. Several smart business moves later, today she is “so proud to say that, I have GH¢ 300 ($211) in my savings account! I will forever remain thankful to The Hunger Project!”

Finding the Path to Prosperity in Ethiopia

Fayise Dhaabaa is climbing the ladder out of poverty, one rung at a time. Loans from the Microfinance Program at her local epicenter gave her the chance to earn additional income to support her family. Now, after a series of small, smart investments, Fayise’s financial future looks brighter than ever, and her whole family is reaping the benefits.

Learning to Lead in Peru

A workshop with THP-Peru partner organization, Chirapaq, inspired Ashaninka to transform her life. It changed her ideas about the role women could play in her society. Today, she is happier, more empowered within her family and a leader in her commuinity.

Widow Finds Renewed Hope with THP in Malawi

A resilient spirit and a nearby THP epicenter enabled Mary Liwonde to move forward after the death of her son. Today, she enjoys financial security, renewed hope for the future and national recognition for her work.

Senegalese Entrepreneur Becomes Major Wholesaler of Produce

When Awa Ndiaye took out a loan from The Hunger Project-Senegal’s Microfinance Program, she was interested in developing a small vegetable trade. Not only did her venture succeed, but in the process, she ended up changing the way many women did business in her village.

Ugandan Woman Reaps Lasting Rewards

A Hunger Project loan helped Edridah Tumushabe Warugaba begin a small poultry business. In doing so, she developed skills which will ensure her success in the future.Ugandan Woman Reaps Lasting Rewards

How to Succeed in Business, THP in Uganda

Munanukye Venance began a small venture in animal husbandry, after attending THP-Uganda trainings in 2004. Today his clever business sense has made the diverse and sustainable enterprise a success. He stands as an outstanding example for his community.

Mexican Woman Discovers Power Within Herself, Her Community

A Vision, Commitment and Action Workshop with THP-Mexico affected the life of Raquel García Vidaña and those of her fellow community members forever. She discovered a remarkable capacity for change within herself, saying, “It is never too late! It is possible to improve and we are doing it!”

Putting a Vision into Action, THP-Bangladesh

One unfortunate event after another left Jesmeen drained of assets, deprived of a loved one, and with little prospect for improvement. Still, she never gave up hope for a better future. With the help of THP-Bangladesh, Jesmeen conceived a new vision for her life and gained the skills to put it into action.

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