Pizza, Wine & Microfinance Presented by Oikocredit

Over the last few years, the use of small business loans in the developing world has expanded rapidly.  The mass appeal of making credit available to impoverished individuals is clear; this approach provides borrowers with a sustainable source of income while the industry itself can rely on investments rather than donations.
For over 30 years Oikocredit has successfully directed investor dollars towards credible banking institutions that provide these small business loans to individuals in the developing world.
Come and join us to learn how you can put your savings to work alleviating world poverty with Oikocredit, while enjoying the Eastside’s best Pizza!

When: August 17th, 6:00pm-7:00pm
What: A 30 minute reception with food and drink followed by a 20 minute PowerPoint presentation.
Price: $12 coupon for the event buys you two gourmet slices of Pizzeria Guido pizza and a drink.
Where: Banquet room of Firenze Ristorante Italiano
15600 NE 8th Street
Bellevue,WA 98008

The room has limited capacity so be sure to get your coupon before they sell out online at Eventbrite or at Pizzeria Guido.

About the Speaker:
Georgina Allen has been an active member of the microfinance community for several years.  During undergrad at the University of Puget Sound, she studied development economics.  After graduation, she spent six months working for one of Oikocredit’s partners, Fonkoze microfinance bank in Haiti.  Since her return, she has spent time volunteering for SeaMo as well as MicroEnergy Credits.  Now, as a contractor for Oikocredit, Georgina can put her first-hand knowledge of microfinance to work, helping to recruit new Oikocredit supporters and investors