Isabel migrated from Nicaragua to Costa Rica with her young son and parents, seeking safety and a fresh start. With a $1,000 microloan from MiCrédito, she began growing watermelons to support her family.

In Distrito Italia, El Salvador, 60-year-old Marta Alicia Sánchez turned a small pupusa stand into a thriving business. With a $1,000 group loan from ASEI, WCCN’s local partner, she tripled her sales, now earns $100/day, and employs two other women in her community.

WCCN is proud to welcome new leadership to its Board of Directors, with a newly elected Board President and two new members joining the team. Each brings fresh energy, valuable experience and a shared commitment to expanding economic opportunity and financial inclusion for underserved communities across Latin America.

In 2021, Iris received a $1,300 microloan from MiCrédito, WCCN’s local partner in Costa Rica and Nicaragua. With that support, she expanded her inventory and attracted more customers, boosting her weekly income from $200 to as much as $500. The loan also opened doors beyond business. For the first time in her life, Iris began saving money and was able to purchase a small plot of land in Honduras.

Rosa always dreamed of running her own business, but without capital, it felt impossible.