Since 2009, Spartan Global has extended over $240,000 in microloans.
The Spartan Global Development Fund is a student-run initiative on the campus of Michigan State University, and is comprised of two partner organizations: a registered student organization and a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Spartan Global consists of students, professors, and alumni who work to expand awareness and support for microfinance while building lasting partnerships in the quest for permanent solutions to global poverty. We aim to educate, inspire, and enable tomorrow’s agents of global change by raising funds locally in order to offer interest-free microloans to aspiring entrepreneurs throughout developing regions of world.
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RECENT LOANS →
Marta: A loan of $3,025 helped Space Girls Group purchase seasonal clothing inventory in Mexico, allowing members to increase sales and create greater economic opportunity for their families.
Johanna Garcia: A loan of $1,000 helped Johanna purchase a pizza oven, tables, and chairs for her tortilla shop in order to expand her business into a full restaurant.
Blog Highlights→
BROAD BUSINESS GALA 2026
April 2026: The Spartan Global Development Fund was honored to be recognized at the annual Broad Student Senate Business Gala, celebrating leadership and impact within the Broad community. This recognition reflects SGDF’s continued commitment to global development, student leadership, and creating meaningful opportunities for impact through microfinance.
SGDF WELCOME HUMPHREY FELLOW - LUIS MONTALVAN
March 2026: The Spartan Global Development Fund was pleased to welcome Luis Montalvan, a Humphrey Fellow, as a guest speaker at a recent meeting. Luis shared insights from his professional journey and discussed impactful international development projects, giving members valuable perspective on global leadership, collaboration, and creating meaningful change in communities around the world.
MEET THE 2026-27 STUDENT BOARD
April 2026: The Spartan Global Development Fund is excited to introduce its 2026–27 student board, a team dedicated to advancing SGDF’s mission through leadership, innovation, and global impact. With a shared commitment to microfinance and sustainable development, the board looks forward to expanding opportunities for student engagement and strengthening SGDF’s work in the year ahead.
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