Feature stories

Top 10 things you need to know about Oxfam
Feature Story | Feb 18, 2013
Here are the most important facts about Oxfam America: what we do, how we do it, and how you can get involved in our mission.

Savings groups: Building a movement
Feature Story | Feb 05, 2013
Experts to convene at Washington, DC, conference to map future of savings groups

Sowing the seeds of a better future
Feature Story | Feb 01, 2013
In Haiti’s lush Artibonite Valley, combating hunger and rural poverty may come down to a four-letter word: rice.

For Syrian refugees, a long-awaited trip to the store
Feature Story | Feb 01, 2013
Many Syrian refugees in Lebanon are living with little protection from extreme winter temperatures. An Oxfam partner is providing essentials—and choices.

Martha Kwataine, Beltway Outsider
Feature Story | Jan 14, 2013
Martha Kwataine is leveraging a tiny investment of US foreign aid to protect the health of people in rural communities across Malawi.

Nana Kojo Kondua IV, Job Creator
Feature Story | Jan 14, 2013
Village Chief Kojo Kondua IV is leveraging a tiny investment of US foreign aid to train fishermen and to protect jobs and the environment in Abuesi, Ghana.

In Haiti's struggle with emergencies, a new partnership
Feature Story | Jan 07, 2013
Oxfam’s Salvadoran partners are helping communities reduce disaster risks—in Haiti.

Emiliana Aligaesha, Venture Capitalist
Feature Story | Jan 07, 2013
Tanzanian farmer Emiliana Aligaesha is leveraging a tiny investment of US foreign aid to ensure the success of an early-stage, high-potential start-up.

Manuel Dominguez, Fiscal Hawk
Feature Story | Jan 02, 2013
Mayor Manuel Dominguez is leveraging a tiny investment of US foreign aid to budget for a sound future for his community.