Opportunity International Canada

What do you see when you look past the poverty?

Today, about 650 million people live on less than $2.15 a day. Within this, are those trapped in ultra-poverty, where even basic needs cannot be met. At Opportunity International, we invite you to join us in looking past the poverty to see what opportunity sees.

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What opportunity provides...

Opportunity International Canada has been working to alleviate poverty for over 25 years. Our sustainable solutions enable people worldwide to work their way out of poverty for good. With your partnership, we've helped small businesses grow, families provide for themselves, and communities thrive.

Microfinance

Equipping entrepreneurs with microloans, training, and support to help build them sustainable businesses and break from the cycle of poverty.

Education

Ending the global education crisis by addressing barriers including access and quality.

Health

Providing female clients with the training and support to become health leaders in their communities.

Innovative Programs

Reaching families across the poverty spectrum, including ultra-poverty, with high-touch products and services.

Senayda-Honduras

One opportunity that changed everything for Senayda.

Senayda and her husband earned an income by renting vehicles for their taxi service from others, but they dreamed of owning their own. She sought loans from traditional banking providers but was denied.

Then, one day her life took a pivotal turn when she was introduced to Opportunity International Canada's partner in Honduras, IDH. Only IDH was willing to loan her the funds needed to turn her dreams into a reality. “They didn’t care how I looked. They trusted me and gave me the loans I needed to build my business."

When provided with opportunity, Senayda not only built a thriving business but was empowered to build a better life for her family.

Her journey reflects the countless possibilities that unfold when individuals are given the opportunity to break free from the cycle of poverty.

Together, we can continue to make dreams possible for countless others around the world.

“Other financial institutions took one look at me and wouldn’t give me a loan. They wouldn’t consider my experience. Just my appearance made them reject me.”

-- Senayda

Give with confidence.

Is my donation tax deductible?

Opportunity International Canada is a registered charity in Canada (#87751 6385 RR0001). Donations generate charitable tax receipts in accordance with Canada Revenue Agency guidelines (canada.ca/charities-giving). 

Charitable tax receipts are distributed annually in early February for the previous year. If you have any questions about your gift or require an immediate receipt, please email connect@opportunityinternational.ca.
Can I give through email transfer?

Yes! We accept email transfer donations to donations@opportunityinternational.ca.  We recommend this for larger donations to save on transaction fees!

Is my donation and personal information secure?
Blackbaud processes your donation on behalf of Opportunity International Canada. To protect your credit card information, when used according to manufacturer’s instructions, Blackbaud:
  • Encrypts personal and credit card information during all transactions.
  • Sends an automated confirmation email for all transactions.

 

When making an online donation, your credit card information is not stored and we will not share your personal identity outside of our organization.

 

If you have any concerns, please contact our privacy officer.
How can I make a gift of stock?
Opportunity International Canada gratefully accepts gifts of securities. 
Learn more about donating stock. 
Do I receive a charitable receipt for my donation?

Charitable tax receipts are distributed annually in early February for the previous year. If you have any questions about your gift or require an immediate receipt, please email connect@opportunityinternational.ca.

How will my gift be used?

Your donation will be credited to the program/project requested. Your gift is being accepted with the understanding that when the need for the program/project has been met, the remaining restricted donations will be used where most needed.

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