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The Boulder Institute of Microfinance promotes critical thinking and the exchange of ideas in the microfinance industry by hosting professional development programs, valuable conferences, and other learning opportunities.

Why We Invested

The Boulder Institute strives to reduce the vulnerability of the world’s poor to life’s economic shocks and provides opportunities for the growth of income generating activities. It does this by advancing critical thinking among industry professionals on the methods, challenges, and impact of microfinance worldwide.

The Boulder Institute was founded on the idea that financial sustainability is essential for microfinance institutions to attain the goal of broad and in-depth outreach to clients. The Institute serves as a meeting ground for leaders, including practitioners and the academic communities, and offers a unique platform for dialogue, information sharing, and critical thinking in the field of microfinance.