MICRA is an Indonesian foundation focused on the development of the microfinance sector. MICRA’s mission is to build the institutional strength and outreach of the Indonesian microfinance sector, by providing a full range of high-quality, best-practice technical inputs and support to all industry stakeholders, in a sustainable and demand-driven manner. As an independent support center, MICRA is committed to promoting innovations, transparency, and improved outreach to the poor and ever-improving performance in the microfinance industry MICRA was founded by Mercy Corps in early 2006 to institutionalize its joint “Commercial Linkages Pilot Project” with IFC PENSA. MICRA currently has 6 services: 1) Technical Assistance; 2) Ratings and Appraisals; 3) Research & Innovations; 4) MFI Establishment; 5) Interim Management Support; 6) Managing Grant Fund.