KIVA IN THE NEWS

Kiva Iowa has made a number of headlines throughout the state since we launched in 2021. Here are a few of our stories!

Thrive Here: Cedar Rapids entrepreneurs enjoy stellar support

Livability Magazine – January 2024

Announcing Kiva’s bold new impact strategy

The nonprofit microfinance pioneer shares its refined approach – and unveils the process behind its development – Next Billion, Nov. 13

By making microloans to small businesses, Kiva Iowa changes lives

The Gazette – November 13, 2023

Best easy business loans of 2023

Forbes – November 1, 2023

Funding Iowa Dreams

Iowa Innovation podcast – November 2023

AARP and NewBoCo award $15,000 in entrepreneurship grants to Cedar Rapids minority business owners
CBS2 News, October 2023

Kiva Iowa profile: Making health care the mission
Kolofon Health startup growing quickly in Eastern Iowa — The Cedar Rapids Gazette, June 2023

Alex Smith’s meal business is taking off in Iowa City

The Gazette, Jun. 25, 2023 

KIVA IOWA PROFILE: Kehes To Your Home

The Gazette, April 2023

Microloan helps Dubuque hot-dog cart owner

The Gazette, January 2023

Building the game

Jordan Leyh turns hobby into a business with Dark Vassal Gaming

Nov. 22, 2022 11:12 am

Cyber Cafe opens in NewBo City Market

Darryl English adds to his tech business

Oct. 31, 2022 7:15 am

Kiva Iowa loan program ‘is for real’

One year in, Kiva Iowa provides loans to dozens of Iowa business owners

Oct. 31, 2022 5:45 am

Megglam Boutique moves into new Lindale storefront

Business got a boost from Kiva Iowa loan