We joined in Sept 04 with the minimum loan then a month later added about that much more. We've never met Brian or Sharon, but hearing the stories of those who have has given us hope in humanity again. All the charities that individuals and groups started because of pips -- not to mention the good pips itself was doing, such as class rooms in the Philippines, investing in peoples lives in Malaysia, helping with tsunami relief, etc. really renewed our faith in people again.

The thought (hope) of pips got my husband, and me, through some very difficult times at his last job where he was being pushed out. To us, that was worth the $800 we put in. We're much happier and healthier because of pips (as long as we can ignore the trolls). And we believe it will be back -- it may take a few months, but hey, we're used to waiting, right?

Meanwhile we're looking for jobs and we'll be alright.

Thank you Brian, Sharon, pips staff and all the wonderful positive people that showed us there are a lot of good people in the world!!

Bev and Ken in Texas