Following the successful conclusion of the regional training sessions, Makhzoumi Foundation attended a stakeholder meeting marking the completion for the InclusiveNissa project’s first phase in Lebanon. This pivotal session consolidated the insights gained from Lebanese financial institutions and NGOs regarding gender-responsive financial services and the specific economic needs of women within the local market. With…
In collaboration with Makhzoumi Foundation, Al Majmoua, and the International Labor Organization under the “Prospects” program, the “Start Your Business ” workshop (part of the “Start and Improve Your Business” series) was held at Sarnay Restocafe & Bar – Menyara crossing, Tripoli Halba road, Akkar, for 5 days, from December 17th, 2025, to December 23rd,…
In collaboration with Makhzoumi Foundation, Al Majmoua, and the International Labor Organization under the “Prospects” program, the “Start Your Business” workshop (part of the “Start and Improve Your Business” series) was held at Makhzoumi Foundation – Mazraa Center, for 6 days, from November 11th, 2025, to November 20th, 2025. Participants from diverse backgrounds came together…
Makhzoumi Foundation participated in LAU’s “Pathway to a Cashless Economy and Digital Financial Inclusion” event, part of the Quest II project under the ELDI Forum by LWR in collaboration with LAU-ACE. The discussions highlighted key insights from the AMAL Project (Phases I & II), focusing on access to finance, cash economy challenges, and financial literacy.…
Makhzoumi Foundation had the pleasure of welcoming Ms. Feza Salim, Investment Officer in IFC’s Financial Institutions Group for the Middle East, Central Asia, and Turkey. Our discussion addressed the current challenges facing the microfinance sector in Lebanon, as well as the opportunities for future collaboration. We also explored how IFC can support Makhzoumi Foundation and…
Makhzoumi Foundation participated in the launch of the BIAT Business Incubation Association in Tripoli – University of Balamand – UOB Innovation Center (BBIC). An outstanding initiative that bridges academia, innovation, and the private sector, empowering Lebanese youth to create, grow, and thrive in Lebanon. Now is the time for such initiatives to succeed, with the…
As part of the “Start and Improve Your Business” series and under the “Prospects” program, the “Generate Your Business Idea” workshop was held at the Faculty of Law – Hadath Branch, in collaboration with Makhzoumi Foundation, Al Majmoua, the Lebanese University, and the International Labor Organization. Participants from diverse backgrounds came together to generate new…
Makhzoumi Foundation participated in the NorthConnect Networking Event held at the Tripoli Chamber of Commerce, under the framework of GIZ and Expertise France, as part of the WE-HUB project. Representing the Foundation, Mr. Vartkes Keutelian, Manager of the MicroCredit Program, presented the program’s services to women entrepreneurs, highlighting opportunities for financial support and sustainable business…
Makhzoumi Foundation once again welcomed a delegation from Corus International, reaffirming the ongoing fruitful partnership between the two organizations under the QUEST II project and beyond. The delegation included Dr. Lali Chania, EMEA Managing Director, MaryAlecia Briggs, Business Development Manager for the EMEA region, as well as Ali Hijazi, Lebanon Programs Director, and Nour Said,…
In a move to support economic growth and promote socially impactful initiatives, the MECC – The Middle East Council of Churches and Makhzoumi Foundation have signed a partnership agreement to offer micro and small loans to entrepreneurs in Tripoli and Akkar. This collaboration opens new doors for empowerment and reinforces the path toward a more…
The Quest II project is witnessing remarkable success through the training sessions conducted to support small and medium-sized enterprises. High levels of interaction and active participation were recorded among the trainees, with the exchange of expertise significantly enhancing the quality of the training content, reflecting the participants’ complete satisfaction with the training experience. These results…
In a collaboration between #MakzoumiFoundation and AEP and in partnership with Lutheran World Relief #LWR, the Quest II project is implemented in #Lebanon to support small and medium-sized enterprises in the sectors of agriculture and industry. A training session was provided to beneficiaries at the Foundation’s headquarters in #Beirut covering financial education, social cohesion, safe…
Introducing the Quest II Project! We’re financing micro and small enterprises in: Agriculture, Industry, Services. Our goal is to support productive projects that boost economic conditions. We also offer a 5-6 hour training session covering: Financial Education, Social Cohesion, Safe and supportive work environments, Strategic Planning, Business Registration. By expanding funded enterprises, we aim to…
The Quest II Project is implemented by #MakhzoumiFoundation and the Association d’Entraide Professionnelle #AEP, in partnership with Lutheran World Relief #LWR. The project aims to support small and medium agriculture, industry, and service enterprises to boost production and improve economic conditions. It also offers training sessions covering financial literacy, social cohesion awareness, promoting safe and…
#MakhzoumiFoundation, in collaboration with the Lebanese Microfinance Association #LMFA and the Bina’ Project, organized two training sessions focused on #digital_financial services. These sessions aimed to introduce participants to digital tools such as #ewallets, highlight their importance in managing businesses and personal resources, and discuss related challenges while gathering participants’ feedback. As part of this initiative,…
#MakhzoumiFoundation, in collaboration with the Lebanese Microfinance Association #LMFA, organized an interactive workshop at its Aramoun Center, equipping entrepreneurs and individuals with digital finance skills to enhance their success. This initiative is part of the “Towards Innovative Financial Inclusion” project, funded by the European Union under the Bina’ Project, implemented by Transparency International, aiming to…
Thank you for all the institutions from Lebanon who have participated and contributed to Sanabel’s 16th Annual conference and all its activities, which took place on the 14&15 of May 2024, at the Crowne Plaza Dead Sea, Jordan. Thank you all and see you next year at Sanabel’s Conference.
Empowering Change: The successful completion of the QUEST Project, led by Lutheran World Relief and funded by Kerk in Actie, marked a significant milestone. Makhzoumi Foundation, a key contributor, supported 145 women entrepreneurs by disbursing over $250,000 in combined loans and grants. Additionally, 32 women gained valuable skills through targeted training programs. Celebrating the impact…
Cooperation between Makhzoumi Foundation and Lutheran World Relief Organization to implement more small projects to empower women and launch the new financial product “Ra’idat” targeting small business owners of Lebanese women, as a complement to the Global Initiative for “Women’s Development and Prosperity” Project funded by USAID.
As we witness ourselves at the helm of the holiday season, we must take a moment to reflect on ourselves and on the sacred values that define us as human. Diverse in our beliefs, we share a common cause, a promise to our charter of existence to care about our fellow humans and look after…
The corona virus outbreak forced a lot of changes on all our lives aspects, and obliged us to put on hold different plans. Despite the covid-19 crisis, Makhzoumi foundation and its partner Positive Planet International managed to continue their efforts to support entrepreneurship in Lebanon, especially with the hard economic circumstances we’re passing through. Shifting…
The Lebanese Micro Finance Association, in collaboration with USAID, and SANAD technical assistance facility, held a two-days conference about “Micro Insurance Product Development in Lebanon, on July 3rd, at Monroe Hotel Beirut, in which Makhzoumi Foundation’s Micro Credit program participated, along with many other micro crediting associations. The conference aimed to have concrete action plans…
The National Commission for Lebanese Women NCLW organized a training course in cooperation with the Center for Arab Women for Training and Research (CAWTAR) on “Advocacy Skills for Gender and Trade Change” at the Padova Hotel in Beirut. Makhzoumi Foundation participated, along with a number of representatives of ministries, political parties, associations and media, in…
In partnership with ActionAid – the Arab Region in Lebanon, Makhzoumi Foundation organized a competition for emerging projects in the framework of the ROTA-funded Educational, Economic and Social Development Project for Youth. After a comparison and selection of the proposed projects (of which 73), 22 projects were chosen for the final phase. These projects were…
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, and in line with its the permanent pursuit of women’s empowerment, Makhzoumi Foundation launched “She’s Entrepreneur” Forum for the second consecutive year, in collaboration with the Beirut Digital District, the Lebanese League for Women in Business LLWB, and the National Commission for Lebanese Women, On March 9, at…
Based on the sustainable development goals for society, which we always strive to achieve, Makhzoumi Foundation participated in the National Campaign of the Ministry of Social Affairs to combat addiction, spread awareness on reproductive health, family education, and nutrition, and to promote community development in cooperation with the Lebanese Microfinance Association. Noting that the Makhzoumi…
More than 380 students graduated from the vocational training program of Makhzoumi Foundation within the project “Economic Empowerment of Local Communities and Displaced in Lebanon” conducted by the Foundation in cooperation with Positive Planet. The event was attended by representatives of Positive Planet organization, the President of the National Dialogue Party, Dr. Fouad Makhzoumi, his…
Organized by the Beirut Marathon Association, the annual event kicked off in the Lebanese capital at the Beirut Waterfront with the participation of more than 48,000 athletes from Lebanon and around the world under the slogan of “15 Years And We Shall Run.” In the presence of President Michel Aoun, represented by his wife, First Lady…
The role of NGO actors in promoting and enabling environmental friendly practices for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) has received increasing attention, not only in Lebanon but worldwide. Little is known about the roles, impacts and successes of NGOs in stimulating the transition of MSMEs toward sustainability, especially in developing countries. On this occasion,…
“She’s Entrepreneur”, an initiative by Makhzoumi Foundation in partnership with Berytech, was held on the 16 and 17th of August, 2017, in Berytech Building, Mathaf. These two days were especially designed for female students or recent graduates from 18 to 28 years old to inspire them to become entrepreneurs in the future. During the two-day…
Drinkable water is a worldwide problem. Zero Mass, has a product called source that generates quality drinkable water from humidity by solar power. Miss Kaitlyn Fitzgerald and Mr. Hasan Daouk, Zero Mass representatives, have visited Makhzoumi Foundation to discuss how to collaborate, as they have a vision to democratize water, with minimal cost, targeting marginalized…
The IMPACT is coming to Lebanon! Do you have an idea of a business and want to establish your own start up? Does it have a positive effect on the society? Register and attend this boot camp and you will be able to implement your business and take it to the next level of growth.…
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