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The missing piece in the startup funding puzzle: Kiva loans helped two women go from grocery store co-workers to co-founders

Leigh-Ann and Erin, the co-founders of 2 Girls with Curls, share their journey in growing their business and how Kiva loans provided a unique funding option when they needed it most.

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Kiva Basics

From who we are to how Kiva works, find articles about Kiva’s mission, our innovative programs to expand financial access, and how crowdfunded loans create lasting social change.

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Read about Kiva updates, discover studies and reports on financial access and inclusion, and see the positive impact Kiva is having in communities around the world.

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Small Business Hub

Learn more about how peer-to-peer lending works, explore the ins and outs of Kiva loans, find tips and resources for small business owners, and read stories from U.S.-based entrepreneurs.

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Small Business Hub

Corporate Social Responsibility

From employee and customer engagement to social justice at work, find articles on how Kiva helps socially responsible organizations reach—and exceed—their CSR goals.

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Corporate Social Responsibility