Velia Del Carmen
A loan of $1,350 helps to buy churros, biscuits, soda drinks, shampoo, sweets, deoderants, etc.
Velia Del Carmen's story
Velia Del Carmen, 51 years of age, is single, has one son, and lives with her family in the town of Olanchito, Yoro. For over 7 years she has had a general store business, which she runs from her home. She has always been a shopkeeper.
She is currently requesting a loan from ODEF for the quantity of 34,000 lempiras ($1,350 USD) which she plans to invest in the purchase of churros, biscuits, soda drinks, shampoo, sweets and deoderants, etc.
This investment will assist her to supply her business with new products. Her goal is to grow her business and thus be able to financially support her family.
Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteerGrant Shannon. View original language description.