Economic Development

Poverty compounds mankind’s worst dilemmas.

Eradicating it would mean an end to much of the world’s hunger, childhood mortality, violence, social injustice and ecological destruction.

Globally, 768.5 million people live in extreme poverty with less than $1.90 a day. Economic development at the individual, community and country levels is critical to driving true and lasting change.

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9 reasons Heifer International will save our world

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Jul 15, 2019

Heifer International is focused on long-term solutions and paving a path of opportunity for all to feel empowered and thrive on their own volition rather than temporary relief. Their ultimate goal to

Pact illuminating hope for the mining industry

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Aug 05, 2019

Around the world, millions of men, women and even children work to mine resources from tin to gemstones from beneath the surface of the earth. Organizations like Pact bring hope to dark places and

Mercy Corps humanitarians share their stories of support

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Aug 19, 2019

What does it mean to be a humanitarian? Humanitarians are the heart of Mercy Corps, headquartered in Portland, Oregon, serving and supporting those in need around the world since 1979.

Beyond the classroom: education and the cycle of poverty

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Sep 09, 2019

Through their comprehensive education programs, Global Impact charity alliance partner, Save the Children, opens the door to a whole new world of potential for children around the globe.

3 ways FINCA is helping to alleviate poverty globally

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Sep 23, 2019

One of our long-term charity partners has found success by taking an innovative approach in their mission to alleviate poverty through lasting solutions that help people build assets, create jobs and

The equality journey: Empowering (and embracing) all ages

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Sep 30, 2019

A community is built by its people, especially its older generations. They continue to work well into their golden years so they can provide for their families and communities, yet many of them face

Decent housing for everyone. Who can’t get behind that?

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Oct 07, 2019

Imagine trying to bathe and get dressed for work or school without a decent bathroom. Would you be able to get a good night’s sleep without a safe place to lie down?

The key to successful emergency response

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Oct 14, 2019

When disaster strikes, we often think of the need for housing, food, clean water or other medical assistance in the immediate response efforts. But in order to truly serve the needs of an affected

We can all be heroes this Halloween with UNICEF

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Oct 21, 2019

The beloved tradition of trick-or-treating on Halloween began in the United States in the 1920s, and has gained in popularity ever since. In 1947, Clyde Allison, who was a Presbyterian pastor in

Journey from poverty to hope with Compassion International

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Oct 28, 2019

What does life look like through the eyes of a child living in poverty?

Paving an inclusive path with Humanity & Inclusion

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Dec 23, 2019

Humanity & Inclusion consistently searches for ways to improve their programs, which has led to some revolutionary developments in their work around inclusivity in the workplace and disaster response.

Bridging the digital divide to help Latin America entrepreneurs

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Jan 27, 2020

Global Impact’s partner Accion, a global nonprofit and pioneer in microfinance and fintech impact investing, works to build a financially inclusive world with access to economic opportunity for all

Refugees International – opportunity in the face of opposition

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Feb 17, 2020

Worldwide, 70.8 million people have been displaced by war, conflict and persecution. For reasons outside of their control, these individuals are forced to leave their homes in order to survive.

Combating a too-long neglected issue: Mental health

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Feb 24, 2020

Mental health plays a key role in breaking the cycle of poverty, though it’s an area of health care that is often overlooked, especially in the international development sector.

From CARE® Packages to helping make #WomenEqual

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Mar 02, 2020

Would you guess that care packages all started with one of the world’s most impactful international relief and development organizations?

How to empower women and combat poverty with technology

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Mar 09, 2020

On the heels of International Women’s Day yesterday, it feels appropriate to be featuring one of our charity partners that stresses the importance of closing the gender gap – as both a path to

5 ways to help children thrive

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Mar 23, 2020

Now, think about which memories are the most critical or the most life-changing, moments that proved to be essential to survival?

Integrating today for the promise of a better tomorrow

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Jun 01, 2020

We are all on the lookout for innovations that will resolve issues big and small – whether it’s something more commonplace, or addressing a global threat.