Investing with social return
Help entrepreneurs in developing countries grow their businesses by investing in their crowdfunding projects. Start with as little as €10 and earn up to 7% annual interest.
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KenyaAfrican Energy 2
Supporting African Energy means contributing to food security and cutting down on food waste in a sustainable way. You will allow the company to buy WeCo lithium batteries, which store energy so Kenyan businesses maintain consistent cooling and store fresh foods for local distribution. *EUR/USD exchange rate risk*
€250,000
5.00%
9 months
USD
3 months
Financing that matters: the power of microfinancing
Mexican Carmen’s fingers weave tirelessly. With her loan, she bought the necessary ribbons to craft colorful baskets. The sale of these baskets is her family’s only source of income. Access to financing is crucial for entrepreneurs in developing countries. It not only boosts their earnings and contributes to stability and economic growth within their communities.
Curious about the impact that the Lendahand crowd is making together? Visit the Impact Report 2022, featuring compelling stories and key figures.
How it works
Invest in projects that resonate with you
• Provide funding for small businesses
• Ensure sustainable growth
• Equal opportunities for all genders
Crowdfunding, we do it together
• Join over 16,000 impact investors
• Intensive business monitoring
• Transparent credit assessment
Make an impact, with return on investment
• Invest starting from €10
• Earn up to 7% annual interest
• Receive repayments every 6 months
Your investment makes an impact
This reflects the total invested amount through lendahand.com and lendahand.co.uk
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Dive into the stories
5 Ways Solar Solutions Reduce The Gender Gap in Poor Households
By Charity Nyawira on 17 May 2023
Writer Charity used to suffer from a constantly agonizing sore throat. “I discovered an unexpected connection between smoky kitchens and my sore throat.” Dive into her captivating story that unveils how solar solutions are empowering women, reducing the gender gap, and revolutionizing poor households.
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