3. The Underlying Philosophy Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.
4. ACCION USA - Our Mission As a leader in U.S. microfinance, ACCION USA empowers low-to-moderate income business owners through access to capital and financial education. With economic opportunity, these entrepreneurs—often minorities and women—can build assets, better provide for their families, create employment and strengthen their communities.
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