Bayou Microfund

Our mission is to incubate micro-entrepreneurs in the Greater Houston area by providing interest-free loans and mentoring. We have been a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation and a Kiva Trustee since 2014. In 2021, with support from Kiva and the Michael and Susan Dell Family Foundation, we became the caretaker of Kiva's Houston Hub. From application, to fundraising, to repayment, to technical assistance, we are here to support local entrepreneurs through their Kiva Journey. We provide interest-free loans and support by mentoring in different areas to our entrepreneurs to help them achieve their goals. Our loans are funded in two different ways: through direct loans with our Partner Banks and through our Kiva Houston Hub. We love to hear from others who are passionate about microlending and who wish to make a difference by giving back. Join us as we seek to create a virtuous circle of giving that enlivens a vibrant micro-lending community in Texas.