Transforming lives through economic empowerment.

Five Talents is a Christian organization that trains women and men to find sustainable paths out of extreme poverty through entrepreneurship.

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Why it Matters

Those living in extreme poverty can come together to save, start small businesses, and fulfill their God-given potential. And that means…

Families build financial resilience and hope for the future

Unbanked households access financial services

Socially and economically marginalized groups are empowered

People recognize their self-worth and unique talents

Communities address poverty drivers such as gender inequity and climate change

Children have healthy meals, clean water, education, and healthcare

What We Do

Our Effective Process Changes Lives, Families, and Communities

Learn about how Five Talents works to transform lives through economic empowerment around the world.

Impact by the Numbers

We have impacted over 1.4 million individuals by helping launch 95,000 small businesses in some of the most economically and socially fragile communities in Africa, Asia, and South America.

1,432,056

Total Individuals Supported

95,470

Business Developed

4,551

Community Savings Groups Formed

“Through the training of trauma healing, I have been given a generous heart — I can now share freely with others without fear for whether God will provide.”

Rebecca

South Sudan

What Participants Say

“Savings Groups are a blessing because they teach you to manage not only your money but also your time, your gifts, talents — everything that God gives you.”

Maria

Bolivia

“Through the group, I learned to work hard, to socialize and to pray. I used to be so shy and couldn’t speak in front of others, but now I can even lead a Bible Study.”

Danielle

Rwanda

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Your Guide to the Parable of the Talents

Over the years, we’ve discovered a wealth of treasure in the Parable of the Talents. That’s why we’ve prepared this free guide to Matthew 25, featuring reflections from pastors and Christian leaders.

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