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Learn about Kiva Zip

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  • Saturday, March 19, 2016
  • 1:00 –3:00 PM
  • Peoples Library, New Kensington Branch

Kiva is an international nonprofit that connects entrepreneurs to microloans through crowdfunding. In the United States, entrepreneurs can use Kiva Zip to crowdfund 0% interest loans to launch or grow their business. Over 100 Kiva Zip loans have been given to Pittsburgh area businesses and you could be next!

This workshop will be broken into two parts:

  • 1:00-1:50pm: Kiva Zip background, loan details and requirements
  • 2:00-3:00pm: Step-by-step instructions on the application and crowdfunding process, including tips to increase your chance of successfully crowdfunding a Kiva Zip loan for your small business

Learn more about Kiva Zip at zip.kiva.org or by emailing emily.keebler@fellows.kiva.org.

Advanced Registration is requested for this event. Visit www.peopleslibrary.org (select program registration) and scroll to this event and register or call 724-339-1021 ext:14