PEER Servants' mission is to transform lives by partnering for economic empowerment and renewal. We are a group of primarily volunteers who partner with indigenous, autonomous microfinance institutions in Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. These institutions empower the materially poor through micro-enterprise development wherein small businesses are established that can provide for individuals, families, churches, and communities. Our microfinance partners and the micro-entrepreneurs they serve are used by God to add meaning and fulfillment to our own lives. The transformation we seek is not only for them, but for us as well.
July and August are "Lydia Award season" at PEER Servants – when we choose the very top entrepreneurs from among nominees submitted by our microfinance partners in honor of Lydia, the businesswomen of Acts 16 who supported Paul and his companions. And in 2009, for the first time, YOU will get to vote for our Lydia Award winners! Check back in the coming days to read the stories of some amazing entrepreneurs and cast your vote! Lydia Awards are given annually by PEER Servants and recognize micro-entrepreneurs who excel in six areas – business growth, loan repayment, innovation, perseverance, community/church impact, and business growth potential. Monetary awards include a $2,000 grant to the top entrepreneur, $1,000 grants to “honorable mention” clients, and $200 grants to all nominees. If you would like to make a tax-deductible donation to provide the funds for the Lydia Award grants, please click the Donate Now! graphic in this article. Thank you!
