Kiva

Have you ever wanted to "change the world?"

Have you ever heard of a "microloan?"

Have you ever heard of "Kiva?"

Kiva lets you connect with and loan money to unique small businesses in the developing world. By choosing a business on Kiva.org, you can "sponsor a business" and help the world's working poor make great strides towards economic independence. Throughout the course of the loan (usually 6-12 months), you can receive email journal updates from the business you've sponsored. As loans are repaid, you get your loan money back.

I haven't done it yet, but I love the concept.

Tim White