Kiva Co-founder Matt Flannery tells students to "be fearless"

"The time is now. The world needs you now. Don't wait the rest of your life to do something you care about. Be Fearless and follow your passion today"- Matt Flannery, Co-Founder and CEO of Kiva

When Matt heard about the student-led initiative Month of Microfinance, he was eager to reach out in appreciation and solidarity.

In the video below, Matt describes his initial inspiration for Kiva, and -- as technology and awareness develop -- what he sees in the future for Kiva and the microfinance community. Check it out.



Have you participated in a Month of Microfinance event? Tell us about it blog@kiva.org. There's still time to get involved this April! See all upcoming events here.