The poor are usually that way because they are poor in spirit. The state deals in power and control, not freedom and inspiration, two absolute requisites for human progress. People generally will put forth physical or mental effort only when there is reasonable hope that their condition will be improved as a result. The impoverished of the Third World have little reason for such hope. All serve to deprive them of the freedom of thought and action so essential to their progress.
Nothing is given away.
Some price, however modest, is always charged for materials or services, to help establish value for services rendered. The program focuses upon encouraging sound business practices by training and mentoring the owners of small-scale enterprises. Emphasis is placed upon the principles of free enterprise, including building of individual responsibility, initiative, and leadership. Also stressed are adherence to moral principles and obedience of the law. Enterprise Mentors strives to make the program indigenous through the establishment of local operating foundations in the host countries.