Our work · Individuals & families experiencing poverty
A Path Forward
Sometimes the first step toward a different future is seeing that one is possible.
What is A Path Forward?
We create supportive spaces where individuals can develop practical life skills, set goals, build confidence, and plan what comes next. Sometimes lasting change begins with having someone to learn alongside, talk with, and help identify the next step.
Volna Global, a Los Angeles 501(c)(3) public charity, runs this program with local partners in India, Indonesia and Thailand. Every investment follows the same five steps: we listen, choose with local partners, check it can last, invest, and follow up.
What can your support provide?
- Life-skills education
- Budgeting and financial literacy
- Goal setting and future planning
- Job readiness and workplace skills
- Communication and relationship skills
- Practical household skills
- Personal development and confidence-building
- Supportive group connection
- Guidance toward available community resources
- Opportunities to learn, plan, and prepare for what comes next
Help someone find their next step.
Give
Start a Ripple
One microgrant of $500–$1,000 can start a livelihood. Every gift is invested with local partners and followed up to see what it achieved.
Behind the work
The people & resources that make our work possible
Meaningful work takes people, time, and the right resources.
Behind every program are people planning, coordinating, traveling, building partnerships, communicating with communities, and making sure resources reach where they are needed. Support for our operations helps us compensate the people doing this work and maintain the essential tools and resources needed to carry it forward responsibly.
Your support helps provide:
- Staff and program compensation
- Laptops, software, and communication tools
- Travel and transportation expenses
- Program and fieldwork supplies
- Insurance and organizational coverage
- Training and professional development
- Printing and administrative supplies
- Website and outreach expenses
- Essential operating expenses
- Resources for program planning and coordination
Help strengthen the work behind every ripple.