Transforming Microfinance: A Christian Approach

by Makonen Getu (Editor)

Overview

A unique book which chronicles the revealing ‘story' of microfinance, captures the rich diversity of the industry and explores the invaluable contribution of the Christian faith to this vibrant and fast-growing multi-billion dollar global business.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781911372585
Publisher:	Regnum Studies in Mission
Publication date:	07/01/2013
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	290
File size:	3 MB

Table of Contents

Preface and Acknowledgements ix

Foreword xiii

1 Christian Microfinance: An Introduction Makonen Getu 1

2 Background History of Modern Microfinance Makonen Getu 15

3 Opportunity International Case Study Makonen Getu Genzo Yamamoto 37

4 Vision Fund International Case Study Nathan Brown Richard Reynolds 91

5 Five Talents Case Study Tom Sanderson 121

6 HOPE International Case Study Peter Greer Anna Haggard 155

7 Faulu Kenya Deposit Taking Microfinance Institution Case Study John Mwara Jacqueline Nyaga 189

8 Microfinance Criticism and Christian Response Makonen Getu 215

The Carpenter's Fund: Brief Profile 247

Select Bibliography 249