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Highlights

Opportunity International Global Highlights

(as of December 31, 2010)

The generosity of our supporters helped Opportunity clients and their communities thrive in 2010. Our microfinance products made it possible for market vendors to fill their stalls with goods, artisans to make a profit, educators to expand schools and farmers to move beyond subsistence.

1,357,828 active loans

develop businesses, increase incomes, provide for families and create jobs for neighbors. 

562,101 savings accounts

give clients a secure place to save and grow earnings. 

1,016,507 microinsurance policyholders

protect their families with life, health and crop insurance. 

$138 is the average first loan

for Trust Group members who collectively share risk and guarantee repayment. 

84% of loans are made to women

who improve the quality of life for their families. 

95% loan repayment rate

allows us to keep more money circulating in new loans. 

11,501 staff members,

99% of whom are nationals, serve our clients in more than 20 countries. 

6,515 loan officers

are at the heart of our work, offering support and counsel to every client. 

$567 million in assets,

including a loan portfolio of $388 million, represents significant capital used to build under-resourced communities. 

Over 1 million clients receive training

to develop business skills and enhance personal growth.

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