About World Vision

Microfinance loans are just one thread in the holistic pattern of our work.

Serving communities in need since 1950

"The most important thing I learnt was how to start a business," says Tsetsegmaa Dembe, a mother of three in Mongolia. "Through the loan ... our income has increased and we have been able to extend our property so that we can grow more vegetables and sell more."

Who we are

World Vision is a Christian humanitarian charity organization dedicated to working with children, families, and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice.

Who we serve

World Vision provides hope and assistance to approximately 100 million people in nearly 100 countries. In communities around the world, we join with local people to find lasting ways to improve the lives of poor children and families.

Why we serve

Motivated by our faith in Jesus Christ, we serve alongside the poor and oppressed as a demonstration of God's unconditional love for all people. World Vision serves all people, regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, or gender.

Fast facts — World Vision in the last year

• Microfinance — disbursed $396 million in small loans to 604,000 hardworking entrepreneurs in developing countries, helping to sustain or create 985,000 jobs
• Child sponsorship — Helped change the lives of 3.6 million kids in need
• Disaster relief — aided 11 million people affected by 75 different humanitarian emergencies worldwide
• U.S. programs — provided 2.2 million children and adults with access to vital basics
• Partnerships — worked with 3.2 million supporters and donors in the U.S. alone