Media Mentions

February 1, 2026

Introducing Spring Intern: Molly McCormack

I am excited to join the WorldWise Microfinance team as an intern this spring. I am currently a senior at UW-Madison studying Economics, International Studies, and Data Science. My work at WorldWise allows me to combine my degrees, applying economic theory and data analysis to real-world global challenges. My goal is to strengthen communities by empowering women through entrepreneurial loans. Outside of my classes, I serve as co-president of the French Club, where we organize cultural outings, present on Francophone traditions, and develop language skills to foster community. I am grateful to have helped create a welcoming space on campus for Francophiles to connect and deepen their appreciation for the language and culture. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, cooking, and traveling. The past two summers I worked in Grand Teton National Park, where I spent my days trekking, swimming, and backpacking through some of America’s most beautiful wilderness. Microfinance addresses global poverty rooted in the lack of access to financial institutions. The Grameen Bank model is particularly inspiring—it issues no-collateral loans to women, who repay these loans with the support of their peers. Unlike traditional aid, microfinance does not require collateral or place restrictions on how funds are spent, helping to avoid paternalistic approaches. Most importantly, it offers a sustainable, long-lasting solution to systemic poverty by building financial independence rather than dependency. I am thrilled to contribute to an organization that believes so deeply in the potential of women entrepreneurs around the world. By increasing the visibility of WorldWise Microfinance, I hope to inspire others to join in making a difference in Ghana, Haiti, Kenya, the Philippines, the Dominican Republic, and Uganda. I am particularly excited to leverage my French language fluency to connect with and share the stories of borrowers in Haiti and other Francophone communities. I am excited to be a part of an organization that is transforming lives and lifting entire communities out of poverty—one entrepreneurial venture at a time.

November 6, 2025

Isthmus – WorldWise Microfinance puts foreign aid where it counts

Highlighted as an important Dane County nonprofit, WorldWise Microfinance is featured in the Isthmus’s 2025 Nonprofit issue. Read about how the microfinance model helps fill in the gaps left by funding cuts in the foreign aid sector.

November 6, 2025

WorldWise Microfinance: Expands in the Dominican Republic amid Caribbean hurricane recovery

Amidst challenging times in the Caribbean, WorldWise Microfinance is expanding its commitment in the Dominican Republic. Learn about the Monte Plata program, founded in partnership with Youth Empowered for Transformation (JET).

July 1, 2025

A Word from WorldWise

Ironically, for Tom Eggert, running an organization that provides microloans has not been all about the money. That’s where the programs through his Madison-based nonprofit start, but WorldWise Microfinance is working to rewrite the script on microlenders. 

The nonprofit has spent its 15 years in operation leveraging global connections to support entrepreneurs in countries with high rates of poverty and other obstacles. Its sustainable programs have spurred growth — economically and otherwise — in communities across multiple continents.

WorldWise Microfinance’s newest partnership with Ugandan nonprofit Nsimbi Impact shows that its dual goal of bolstering entrepreneurs — particularly women founders — and improving communities’ quality of life is doable when generosity and mutual accountability unite.

April 19, 2023

WHS Student raises $3,500 to help fight poverty in the Dominican Republic

In this article from a local newspaper, a visit to the Dominican Republic by one of our staff is highlighted.

February 14, 2022

Borgen Magazine – How WorldWise Microfinance is Making a Difference

Learn about the powers of microfinance that sparked the creation of WorldWise Microfinance and how the organization has positively impacted countless Haitian and Filipino entrepreneurs.

July 29, 2021

Nonprofit Spotlight: WorldWise Microfinance

Learn how a donation to WorldWise Microfinance is used by understanding the model of the organization and reading two of many success stories.

March 1, 2018

WORT 89.9 FM Interview with Executive Director Jane McCurry

Listen to an interview with Jane McCurry, former Executive Director of WorldWise Microfinance, about the founding, day to day operations, and mission of this primarily student run organization.

April 26, 2016

WorldWise Microfinance Program Offers Hope Amid Devastation

Read about what sets WorldWise Microfinance apart from other microfinance organizations and has led to the non-profit’s incredible successes.

October 25, 2015

Q&A with President of the Board Tom Eggert

In this interview with WorldWise Microfinance Founder Tom Eggert, read about the creation, operations, and future goals of the organization.