Marites
A loan of $800 helps to purchase nets and boat repairs for her fishing boat.
Marites's story
Marites resides in the province of Iloilo. She is 58-years old and married. She and her husband earn their livelihood through fishing. They have been doing this work for more than 20 years.
Currently, Marites is seeking a loan of PHP 45, 000 through Kiva’s field partner, CEVI (a microfinance NGO) in the Philippines. The loan will be utilized to purchase fishing nets and materials for boat repairs.
Marites aspires to enhance their livelihood in the future, aiming for an improved standard of living.