Five Talents USA

Five Talents USA We support local churches in some of the world's lowest income countries in East Africa, South East Asia, and South America with training in adult literacy, microfinance, and business development.

Commended by resolution at the 1998 Lambeth Conference, Five Talents was created as a long-term response to the ravages of poverty that debilitate communities in developing countries. The founders, including Anglican Church leaders, talked about the plight of the poor and those dying of famine, AIDS/HIV and other diseases. They wanted not only to assist but also to guard the dignity of the poor, m

Commended by resolution at the 1998 Lambeth Conference, Five Talents was created as a long-term response to the ravages of poverty that debilitate communities in developing countries. The founders, including Anglican Church leaders, talked about the plight of the poor and those dying of famine, AIDS/HIV and other diseases. They wanted not only to assist but also to guard the dignity of the poor, m

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Giving Tuesday is right around the corner! Help women find their voice through microenterprise development. 80% of our p...
11/18/2021

Giving Tuesday is right around the corner! Help women find their voice through microenterprise development. 80% of our program members are women. When you empower a woman, you empower an entire community. Learn more at fivetalents.org/donate

Giving Tuesday is right around the corner! Help women find their voice through microenterprise development. 80% of our program members are women. When you empower a woman, you empower an entire community. Learn more at fivetalents.org/donate

It may seem surprising, but even those living in extreme poverty can save a little each week, start a tiny business, and...
11/10/2021

It may seem surprising, but even those living in extreme poverty can save a little each week, start a tiny business, and fulfill their God-given potential. Because most of the participants use their earnings for their children, the results are healthier families, strong and sustainable communities, and vibrant and growing churches.

Learn more at fivetalents.org

It may seem surprising, but even those living in extreme poverty can save a little each week, start a tiny business, and fulfill their God-given potential. Because most of the participants use their earnings for their children, the results are healthier families, strong and sustainable communities, and vibrant and growing churches.

Learn more at fivetalents.org

Monica never held a job or worked apart from household chores or farming in her backyard. ln surveying her local town, M...
11/08/2021

Monica never held a job or worked apart from household chores or farming in her backyard. ln surveying her local town, Monica realized that there were no gas stations. Families traveled far to purchase kerosene for lamps and gasoline for vehicles or farm equipment. "They were traveling very far to get the fuel", she says.

Monica joined a Five Talents savings group and decided to start a business selling gasoline. She started with just $20 and bought a gas can, funnels, and rubber hosing. Each day she traveled far to the nearest gas station and then would buy and re-sell the fuel at a road-side stall.

The gas business did so well that Monica quickly paid back her loan and began to stock oil and basic car parts. As her business grew, Monica was able to pay school fees for her three children in high school and one in university. Now she's set up her own gas station with large tanks and fuel pumps.

Visit fivetalents.org to learn about how you can partner with us to drive even greater impact!

Monica never held a job or worked apart from household chores or farming in her backyard. ln surveying her local town, Monica realized that there were no gas stations. Families traveled far to purchase kerosene for lamps and gasoline for vehicles or farm equipment. "They were traveling very far to get the fuel", she says.

Monica joined a Five Talents savings group and decided to start a business selling gasoline. She started with just $20 and bought a gas can, funnels, and rubber hosing. Each day she traveled far to the nearest gas station and then would buy and re-sell the fuel at a road-side stall.

The gas business did so well that Monica quickly paid back her loan and began to stock oil and basic car parts. As her business grew, Monica was able to pay school fees for her three children in high school and one in university. Now she's set up her own gas station with large tanks and fuel pumps.

Visit fivetalents.org to learn about how you can partner with us to drive even greater impact!

"I was very quiet and suspicious of people. I was also very timid. I eventually joined a group because of my friend. She...
10/21/2021

"I was very quiet and suspicious of people. I was also very timid. I eventually joined a group because of my friend. She always told me that it is important to save for emergencies and to have capital for a business. At first, I didn't want to join the group, but she insisted that I try it, so I joined and began to save small amounts."

-Sabrina, Savings and loan group member (Bolivia)

Learn more about the power of our savings and loan groups!

https://fivetalents.org/proven-model

"I was very quiet and suspicious of people. I was also very timid. I eventually joined a group because of my friend. She always told me that it is important to save for emergencies and to have capital for a business. At first, I didn't want to join the group, but she insisted that I try it, so I joined and began to save small amounts."

-Sabrina, Savings and loan group member (Bolivia)

Learn more about the power of our savings and loan groups!

https://fivetalents.org/proven-model

“Rather than try to combat poverty from the top-down, microenterprise fights poverty from the ground up by working direc...
10/14/2021

“Rather than try to combat poverty from the top-down, microenterprise fights poverty from the ground up by working directly to change the lives of those most affected by poverty.”

-Bishop Simon Chiwanga, founder from Tanzania

Learn more! fivetalents.org

“Rather than try to combat poverty from the top-down, microenterprise fights poverty from the ground up by working directly to change the lives of those most affected by poverty.”

-Bishop Simon Chiwanga, founder from Tanzania

Learn more! fivetalents.org

"When the war broke out in Wau, my husband was the first person to be killed leaving me with six children. I didn’t know...
10/11/2021

"When the war broke out in Wau, my husband was the first person to be killed leaving me with six children. I didn’t know what to do and the hope of living with my children and supporting them was gone. . . .I realized that it is through God caring for us that this training came when I was totally broken. From there I started regaining my hope and now I’m living like other women again. Participating in this trauma healing led me to join a savings group called Salam, which means peace.” -Zendia

"When the war broke out in Wau, my husband was the first person to be killed leaving me with six children. I didn’t know what to do and the hope of living with my children and supporting them was gone. . . .I realized that it is through God caring for us that this training came when I was totally broken. From there I started regaining my hope and now I’m living like other women again. Participating in this trauma healing led me to join a savings group called Salam, which means peace.” -Zendia

Here are some recent updates on how our impact is spreading! So exciting. This is what we do. ***Over 262,000 cumulative...
10/07/2021

Here are some recent updates on how our impact is spreading! So exciting. This is what we do.

***Over 262,000 cumulative savings group members since our programs began.

***New adult literacy and savings groups continuing to form this year.

***A new vehicle that made it possible to expand the geographical reach of one of our newest programs.

***16 new group leaders, including local clergy, trained in trauma healing to help them lead others.

***Piloting mobile data collection for group surveys in two dioceses so that we can better measure the impacts of the programs and report to you how your generosity is being multiplied.

Here are some recent updates on how our impact is spreading! So exciting. This is what we do.

***Over 262,000 cumulative savings group members since our programs began.

***New adult literacy and savings groups continuing to form this year.

***A new vehicle that made it possible to expand the geographical reach of one of our newest programs.

***16 new group leaders, including local clergy, trained in trauma healing to help them lead others.

***Piloting mobile data collection for group surveys in two dioceses so that we can better measure the impacts of the programs and report to you how your generosity is being multiplied.

Our program participants are mostly women who earn less than $1.90/day in rural, underserved communities across East Afr...
10/01/2021

Our program participants are mostly women who earn less than $1.90/day in rural, underserved communities across East Africa, South East Asia, and South America. They also have 5-7 dependents on average.

Empowering women is important to us because empowered women empower their entire communities.

See the impact for yourself.
https://fivetalents.org/impact

Our program participants are mostly women who earn less than $1.90/day in rural, underserved communities across East Africa, South East Asia, and South America. They also have 5-7 dependents on average.

Empowering women is important to us because empowered women empower their entire communities.

See the impact for yourself.
https://fivetalents.org/impact

Keep a lookout in your email for our weekly message, featuring a powerful inspirational story! If you're not signed up t...
09/27/2021

Keep a lookout in your email for our weekly message, featuring a powerful inspirational story!

If you're not signed up to receive our weekly messages, visit https://fivetalents.org/donate and sign up!

Keep a lookout in your email for our weekly message, featuring a powerful inspirational story!

If you're not signed up to receive our weekly messages, visit https://fivetalents.org/donate and sign up!

SUBSCRIBERS! Make sure you check your email on Monday morning for a special highlight. If you're not signed up to receiv...
09/24/2021

SUBSCRIBERS! Make sure you check your email on Monday morning for a special highlight.

If you're not signed up to receive our weekly inspirational messages, sign up at https://fivetalents.org/signup so you can stay in the know!

SUBSCRIBERS! Make sure you check your email on Monday morning for a special highlight.

If you're not signed up to receive our weekly inspirational messages, sign up at https://fivetalents.org/signup so you can stay in the know!

Transformed lives transform communities ⭐️ Over the past 20 years, our programs have provided resources that have helped...
09/23/2021

Transformed lives transform communities ⭐️ Over the past 20 years, our programs have provided resources that have helped over 90k businesses form in some of the world's lowest income countries. We have thousands upon thousands more to go!! 💪 www.fivetalents.org

Transformed lives transform communities ⭐️ Over the past 20 years, our programs have provided resources that have helped over 90k businesses form in some of the world's lowest income countries. We have thousands upon thousands more to go!! 💪 www.fivetalents.org

Who doesn't love adorable cute kids! Many of our brothers and sisters who live in some of the world's lowest income coun...
09/13/2021

Who doesn't love adorable cute kids!

Many of our brothers and sisters who live in some of the world's lowest income countries are THRIVING in businesses and transforming their communities through the many resources Five Talents provides through our programs.

For those who receive our inspirational weekly messages, what did you think of Gena's story (from last Thursday)?

Who doesn't love adorable cute kids!

Many of our brothers and sisters who live in some of the world's lowest income countries are THRIVING in businesses and transforming their communities through the many resources Five Talents provides through our programs.

For those who receive our inspirational weekly messages, what did you think of Gena's story (from last Thursday)?

Because of YOU, Five Talents is able to provide transformational resources to those in low income countries through our ...
09/09/2021

Because of YOU, Five Talents is able to provide transformational resources to those in low income countries through our programs that consistently demonstrate efficiency, effectivity, and sustainability. Sign up for our weekly inspirational messages that feature many personal stories of triumph over challenge.
https://fivetalents.org/signup

Because of YOU, Five Talents is able to provide transformational resources to those in low income countries through our programs that consistently demonstrate efficiency, effectivity, and sustainability. Sign up for our weekly inspirational messages that feature many personal stories of triumph over challenge.
https://fivetalents.org/signup

It's the stats for us. It's what drives us to keep doing what we do. Making IMPACT is the heartbeat of Five Talents. We'...
09/02/2021

It's the stats for us. It's what drives us to keep doing what we do. Making IMPACT is the heartbeat of Five Talents. We're definitely looking forward to the many more who will be impacted by our programs!

http://fivetalents.org

It's the stats for us. It's what drives us to keep doing what we do. Making IMPACT is the heartbeat of Five Talents. We're definitely looking forward to the many more who will be impacted by our programs!

http://fivetalents.org

“Our savings group is called Abi Ngic. It means ‘we will be known by everyone in the community.' This is the first time ...
08/27/2021

“Our savings group is called Abi Ngic. It means ‘we will be known by everyone in the community.' This is the first time since our birth that we can come together and get loans in this community.” -Gondit

This is what group savings and economic development looks like. New entrepreneurs are emerging in some of the word's lowest income countries because our programs are efficient and effective.

Get inspired at https://fivetalents.org/stories

“Our savings group is called Abi Ngic. It means ‘we will be known by everyone in the community.' This is the first time since our birth that we can come together and get loans in this community.” -Gondit

This is what group savings and economic development looks like. New entrepreneurs are emerging in some of the word's lowest income countries because our programs are efficient and effective.

Get inspired at https://fivetalents.org/stories

Meet Valentina.As a mother, Valentina wanted the best for her children. But selling used clothing “didn’t give us much p...
08/24/2021

Meet Valentina.

As a mother, Valentina wanted the best for her children. But selling used clothing “didn’t give us much profit”, she said.

When her son lost his job and her daughter became sick, Valentina knew it was time to make a change.

“After the operation on my eldest daughter, I felt compelled to start a new business because her baby needed a special milk to survive.”

Replacing her son’s income and covering the costs of medical expenses and infant formula required a major boost for Valentina’s business.
Thankfully, Valentina had received business training from Five Talents through her church and was part of a community savings group.

“Being part of the savings group makes me feel safe, I do not worry about the money, because I know that in the savings group I have an emergency fund. I also feel stronger spiritually because other pastors help me.”

Through her savings group, Valentina received encouragement and prayers. She used her group emergency fund to cover medical expenses and was also approved to take a loan for a new business concept, selling fruit juices and sodas.

“I bought blenders and a grinding machine, and with these instruments I can make soft drinks and juices that I sell at home.”

Every week, Valentina and her daughter work together to make and sell about 300 liters of fresh juice.

“The small business workshop helped me to talk with my daughter and use her talent to search our clients to their homes and businesses.”

Meet Valentina.

As a mother, Valentina wanted the best for her children. But selling used clothing “didn’t give us much profit”, she said.

When her son lost his job and her daughter became sick, Valentina knew it was time to make a change.

“After the operation on my eldest daughter, I felt compelled to start a new business because her baby needed a special milk to survive.”

Replacing her son’s income and covering the costs of medical expenses and infant formula required a major boost for Valentina’s business.
Thankfully, Valentina had received business training from Five Talents through her church and was part of a community savings group.

“Being part of the savings group makes me feel safe, I do not worry about the money, because I know that in the savings group I have an emergency fund. I also feel stronger spiritually because other pastors help me.”

Through her savings group, Valentina received encouragement and prayers. She used her group emergency fund to cover medical expenses and was also approved to take a loan for a new business concept, selling fruit juices and sodas.

“I bought blenders and a grinding machine, and with these instruments I can make soft drinks and juices that I sell at home.”

Every week, Valentina and her daughter work together to make and sell about 300 liters of fresh juice.

“The small business workshop helped me to talk with my daughter and use her talent to search our clients to their homes and businesses.”

Our vision, our mission, our heart- providing adult literacy, savings-led microfinance, and business development trainin...
08/24/2021
The Power of Change: Community Savings in Burundi

Our vision, our mission, our heart- providing adult literacy, savings-led microfinance, and business development training to people in some of the world's low-income countries. Families and communities are being transformed each day.

https://vimeo.com/303555488

Discover the power of local savings groups in community development and transformation. Special thanks to Mother's Union and the Anglican Church of Burundi.…

We are beyond thankful for our ability to transform Lives through Microenterprise Development! Five Talents provides adu...
08/20/2021

We are beyond thankful for our ability to transform Lives through Microenterprise Development! Five Talents provides adult literacy, savings-led microfinance, and business development training to people in some of the world's low-income countries. Through our programs, thousands have gained essential tools and resources to create thriving businesses. Numerous families and communities are positively impacted. This is what we do. We LOVE it. Learn more: https://fivetalents.org/

We are beyond thankful for our ability to transform Lives through Microenterprise Development! Five Talents provides adult literacy, savings-led microfinance, and business development training to people in some of the world's low-income countries. Through our programs, thousands have gained essential tools and resources to create thriving businesses. Numerous families and communities are positively impacted. This is what we do. We LOVE it. Learn more: https://fivetalents.org/

⭐️⭐️We have some website revisions underway and we're EXCITED to bring you an even greater user experience! Check us out...
08/10/2021

⭐️⭐️We have some website revisions underway and we're EXCITED to bring you an even greater user experience! Check us out at https://fivetalents.org/ to learn how we're working hard to transform lives through microenterprise development. Also, if you like inspiration, you should subscribe to our email list to receive weekly inspirational messages from our CEO.⭐️⭐️

⭐️⭐️We have some website revisions underway and we're EXCITED to bring you an even greater user experience! Check us out at https://fivetalents.org/ to learn how we're working hard to transform lives through microenterprise development. Also, if you like inspiration, you should subscribe to our email list to receive weekly inspirational messages from our CEO.⭐️⭐️

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Wednesday 9am - 5pm
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Five Talents is a microenterprise development organization that partners with local churches around the world to train men and women (mostly women) living in some of the world's lowest income countries (across East Africa, South East Asia, and South America) to form savings groups, take out loans, and build their own businesses.

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Hope in the Darkest Hour
Hope in the Darkest Hour

Leave Your Title at the Door
Leave Your Title at the Door

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DALE!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DALE!

Our Hope: An Update from Renk, South Sudan
Our Hope: An Update from Renk, South Sudan

Asking God for Mercy
Asking God for Mercy

A Video Update from DR Congo
A Video Update from DR Congo

Thank goodness. The rains have come!
Thank goodness. The rains have come!

Sharing about Five Talents at Christ Church Vienna
Sharing about Five Talents at Christ Church Vienna

Sharing about Five Talents with our friends at CCV!
Sharing about Five Talents with our friends at CCV!

The Quest for Justice and Peace
The Quest for Justice and Peace

Jim Oakes: An Amazing Journey
Jim Oakes: An Amazing Journey

Charitable Investment: Making Wise Choices
Charitable Investment: Making Wise Choices

Merry Christmas from South Sudan
Merry Christmas from South Sudan

Transforming Lives: A Mission to Smile About
Transforming Lives: A Mission to Smile About

Back to School: Testimony from Burundi
Back to School: Testimony from Burundi

You're invited!
You're invited!

You're invited!
You're invited!

Hope Restored
Hope Restored

Reconciled: A Journey in South Sudan
Reconciled: A Journey in South Sudan

We Can't Say Thank You Enough!
We Can't Say Thank You Enough!

Have you ever wondered?
Have you ever wondered?

A Journey Beyond the End of the Road
A Journey Beyond the End of the Road

The Power of Patience and Pocket Change
The Power of Patience and Pocket Change

Twenty Years of Transformation
Twenty Years of Transformation

Raising Dignity: A Journey through Burundi
Raising Dignity: A Journey through Burundi

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Our Story

Five Talents empowers the poor in developing countries through microenterprise. Together, we help vulnerable and poor families learn to save, invest, and start small businesses.

As a faith-based organization, we work in some of the poorest and most marginalized areas of the world, helping communities develop savings groups, offer financial services, and access financial literacy and business skills training. Over the years, Five Talents has partnered with communities in 20 countries to build savings groups and banks and has empowered over 70,000 entrepreneurs in the developing world to start more than 30,000 new businesses.

When you partner with Five Talents, you offer hope and opportunity. Learn more about how you can restore dignity and empower those trapped in poverty: www.fivetalents.org.

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