Qualifying projects have the objective of creating sustainable development for poverty alleviation through business enterprise. Because GCF Kairos is a Christian organisation, projects are in support of Christian work. Finally, projects must be feasible as long-term ventures with reasonable prospects of poverty alleviation and for modest returns on capital.

Investment or funding can take many forms. Example of project types:

• Direct Community Support -These projects involve direct funding to communities and would typically include goat rearing projects, Agri-ventures and cottage industries.
• Development Platforms – These projects involve establishing a platform to support a community. For example investment in a training school or self reliance farms.

There is considerable flexibility in investment/loan structures but guidelines for micro-enterprise investments or micro-loans will include the following:

• Supervision by a trusted sponsor.
• Shared commitment of the community to repay loans or to develop shared investments.
• Maximum caps on fundings.
• Guidelines as to repayment.
• Reporting requirements.

In most cases we would require monthly repayment of loans. Every quarter a detailed report on the project is also required. The project will be supervised by a volunteer who will also look to provide expertise and support from other volunteers.