Karimu fights poverty by trustingthe poor to understand what they need. Watch video Our mission Karimu recognizes that poverty can only be defeated by tackling the three biggest challenges facing the poor. Our impact Karimu currently works within a relatively small area, but has made a huge impact there. Our approach Karimu believes the villagers they work with understand their problems—and can recognize effective solutions—more accurately than any outsiders can. Promoting community-based savings and microloans Find out more 29.8% Raised: $20589 Target: $69000 Expanding the range of health services to everyone Find out more 12.7% Raised: $5110 Target: $40200 Helping school-age children reach their highest potential Find out more 4.1% Raised: $14598 Target: $356000 No more walking up to 4 km to fetch water Find out more 104.3% Raised: $26069 Target: $25000 Empowering school-age girls to stay in school Find out more 100.3% Raised: $55598 Target: $55430
