MEDA impacts over 2 million people every year.
Families are finding hope, a future and the dignity that comes from
earning a living. 
Did you know that an estimated 1.3 billion people around the world live on
less than $1 a day? Entire communities struggle to survive. MEDA’s experience tells
us the best way to help is to encourage small businesses. 
CLIENT STORIES
Fatima's Dream
Fatima is young but has big dreams for the future! The belt making business she took over from her father is growing thanks to loans from MiCredito.
Making a comeback
When Cecilia took over the family cheese business she worked long hours but simply couldn't get ahead. Things started looking up when she found out about MiCredito. Soon she received a loan, increased her inventory and today, Cecilia and her family are seeing beyond their challenges.
A Family Affair
Six years ago Eneyda started a small seamstress business. She soon found out there was a demand for children’s wear – especially underwear. Eneyda experienced such a demand for her work that she taught her 5 children to sew. With hard work and a microfinance loan, her business has grown!