Since 2009, Spartan Global has extended over $101,000 in microloans - more than 99% have been repaid.

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.

RECENT LOANS →

Giovanni Caseres: A loan of $673 helps Giovanni purchase an engine hoist, allowing him to expand his business.


Giovanni Caseres: A loan of $673 helps Giovanni purchase an engine hoist, allowing him to expand his business.

Nahula Weaving Cooperative: A loan of $625 helps the cooperative put new proprietary designs on the market


Nahula Weaving Cooperative: A loan of $625 helps the cooperative put new proprietary designs on the market

Sergio: A loan of $1,000 helps Sergio invest in inventory to create new, innovative leather goods.


Sergio: A loan of $1,000 helps Sergio invest in inventory to create new, innovative leather goods.

Blog Highlights

SPARTAN GLOBAL STUDENTS TAKE ACTION IN SUPPORT OF THE “BLACK LIVES MATTER” MOVEMENT: Professor Stenzel’s thoughts on our student team’s Black Lives Matter statement.

SPARTAN GLOBAL STUDENTS TAKE ACTION IN SUPPORT OF THE “BLACK LIVES MATTER” MOVEMENT: Professor Stenzel’s thoughts on our student team’s Black Lives Matter statement.

Professor Stenzel's Words on Microfinance, Pre and Post COVID-19: A quick recap of Prof. Stenzel’s presentation to SGDF Members.

Professor Stenzel's Words on Microfinance, Pre and Post COVID-19: A quick recap of Prof. Stenzel’s presentation to SGDF Members.

COVID RELIEF FUND UPDATE: After an amazing five months of COVID fundraising, SGDF raised over $8,000 for food bags and spending cash for loan recipients.

COVID RELIEF FUND UPDATE: After an amazing five months of COVID fundraising, SGDF raised over $8,000 for food bags and spending cash for loan recipients.

Our Recent Instagram Posts

At Spartan Global, we care about sustainability and taking care of our environment for years to come. July means it is #plasticfreejuly , an initiative that is working to rid our Earth of plastic waste, and create a safe, and clean Earth. • Thi
🚨Spotted! At @lakecharlevoixcoffeecompany in Boyne City, MI not only do they use fair trade coffee beans, but they roast their own beans…a process you can watch when sipping your morning joe. This summer, keep an eye out for businesses that s
🚨Fair Trade Spotlight🚨 • • Happy summer Spartans, we hope everyone is doing well! For our fair trade spotlight this week we’re highlighting @crowandmosschocolate - an artisan chocolate company located in Petoskey, MI. Crow and Moss
Congratulations Spartans, you did it! After a challenging year, we watched you excel and overcome many difficulties. From all of us at Spartan Global, we hope you have an amazing summer ☀️ • • • #sgdf #microfinance #summer