As we cap off a busy summer, we're taking a minute to celebrate a few things: lots of new growth, an upcoming and hope-filled Pie Event on September 9th (scroll down for more details!) –and especially the success of TOLI entrepreneurs.

TOLI entrepreneurs are worth celebrating because they work hard to provide for their families, and they serve others everyday. They serve their children, their spouses, their customers. They even serve other future TOLI clients who they may not ever know. That’s because when TOLI entrepreneurs repay their microloans, staying true to their commitment, their loan repayments recycle back into a revolving fund that provides microloans for other needy people in the same community.

So today, we’re celebrating five clients – one from each program country– who recently paid off their microloan, allowing another person to begin training and start their own business.

Sulayida // UGANDA

Sulayida is a single mother, who has four children in school. With her microloan, she started a poultry business, and her four kids help take care of the chickens. She loves God and is grateful for a stable income.

Tigist // ETHIOPIA

Tigist and her sister, Merseret, started a Photocopy business that’s thriving. They’ve expanded their store and already paid off their first microloan.

Claudia Florence

Claudia Florence used her microloan to expand her small store and sell sodas. Her family of nine works together to grow the business because it’s their sole source of income. She’s been able to diversify her products, save money, and keep detailed records. The TOLI Social Workers say it’s a blessing to work with her.

Dorothy // KENYA

Dorthy is active and hardworking. She and her husband fully support each other and are thankful to have a stable income through their small grocery store.

Ayman // EGYPT

Ayman is a skilled repairman, but before joining TOLI he almost closed down his shop. Because of a $250 microloan, he’s been able to keep his shop open, use his skills to expand his business, and fully repay his loan.

A $250 microloan made a tangible difference in the lives of these clients. For Ayman, it kept his store open and allowed his creativity and business to thrive. For Claudia Florence, it created a stable income for her family of nine. And because these and so many other clients have paid off their microloans, more people dream, serve, start businesses, and celebrate others.

To celebrate and support more entrepreneurs, click on the button below.

GIVE NOW

// Mark you calendar for three important days //

On September 9th, Gold Star Pies will host "Get Pie. Give Hope." Heather Briggs, TOLI board member and owner of Gold Star Pies, will make and donate pie to benefit TOLI. Attendees will “name the price for their slice,” knowing every dollar goes toward providing poor entrepreneurs with microloans. At the event, there will be yard games, fellowship, and the really fun part? The highest donor will win an ultimate Gold Star Pies package!

TOLI TUESDAY PRAYER GATHERING
Tuesday Sep 13th // 12-1pm MT

JOIN ON ZOOM: Email Audrey for your link or to join the Prayer Team for regular reminders and prayer updates.

OR DROP IN at the TOLI office:
5785 N. Union, Colorado Springs, CO 80918

TOLI's Global Day of Fasting and Prayer
October 24th, 2022

Stay tuned for more information about the 24 hours of prayer on October 24th.

Time to celebrate

Help fund a TOLI microloan. It's hope that multiplies.