Web Resource Guide

Many resources are available on savings. Explore these sites:

CGAP - CGAP resources on savings include pioneering research on the subject, practitioners’ experiences, country-level savings assessments.

Developpement International Desjardins- Canadian organization specialized in providing technical support and investment to community-owned and operated institutions worldwide; also has expertise in drafting legislation for savings and credit cooperatives. 

microLinks- USAID-funded microenterprise development website offering savings research, presentations, field reports, and case studies.

MicroSave- A project that promotes the development of savings and client-responsive financial services. The website has useful information on savings products, their impact, and a toolkit to pilot test new savings products.

World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU)- Global trade association and development agency of credit unions worldwide. The site provides several savings publications including an introduction to savings mobilization, product management and development, and case studies.

World Savings Bank Institute (WSBI)- WSBI represents savings retail banks and associations in 92 countries. The organization promotes research, policy advocacy and provides training and consulting services related to savings.