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Carol Stream, Illinois 60132

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© 2026 Opportunity Internationala 501(c)3 nonprofit. EIN: 540907624.

Fundraise Your Way with Opportunity

You have the power to make a difference—right from where you are. My Cause, My Way is an online, do-it-yourself fundraiser that gives purpose to your passions, turns ideas into action, and helps families around the world work their way out of extreme poverty. Whether it’s hosting a dinner party or game night, taking on a fitness challenge, or celebrating your birthday—YOU decide how you want to get involved. We can't wait to see what you dream up! 

Farmer clutching a bunch of recently harvested cassava leaves
Philomene, cassava farmer, Democratic Republic of Congo

Fundraise to Transform Lives 

When you fundraise with Opportunity International, you’re not just raising money—you’re unlocking opportunities. The funds you raise will help families build their businesses, send their kids to school, and break the cycle of poverty—forever! Every $15 dollars you raise helps another person start their journey out poverty.

HOW IT WORKS

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STEP 1

Tell us about your fundraiser

Start by completing our short fundraiser questionnaire so we can learn more about your idea and support you. It takes less than a minute!

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STEP 2

Create Your Fundraising Page

Setting up your page is quick and easy. Pick your goal, choose your activity, upload a photo, and share why you’re getting involved.

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STEP 3

Spread the word

Share your page with friends, family, and colleagues! People will want to support your passions. And to make it as easy as possible, we’ll give you templates for texting, emailing, and posting on social media. 

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STEP 4

have fun & Make an impact

Know that every dollar you raise will help fight global poverty.

Explore Fundraising ideas

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Special Occasion

Turn your birthday, wedding, or anniversary into a fundraiser by asking for donations instead of gifts.

Hiker on the Inca Trail

fitness challenge

Run, walk, ride, hike, or swim for a great cause! Add extra purpose to your next race.

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HOST AN EVENT

A dinner party, trivia night, you name it—gather family and friends to raise funds together.

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HONOR A LOVED ONE

Fundraise in memory or celebration of a friend or family member to show your support.

Every Dollar Makes an Impact

We team up with 148 financial partners, so every $1 you raise helps unlock $10 in support for families working hard to escape poverty. That’s because your donation powers local programs, training, and relationships that help our partners lend even more. It’s a smart way to make your dollar go further—so start your fundraiser with confidence, knowing your impact is multiplied.

$1 becomes $10 with our multiplier model

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