Abelardo
A loan of $1,200 helps to buy two calves to fatten and later sell.
Abelardo's story
Abelardo is 40 years old. He studied until high school and did not continue because of financial hardship. He is partnered and has three children, two of whom are in school.
Abelardo works raising and selling cattle, and he learned that trade from a friend. He walks 15 minutes to get to the land where his animals are. In addition, he is a farmer. Previously, he also raised pigs.
He will use the loan to buy two calves to fatten and later sell.
Abelardo is planning to repay his loan on time in order to continue receiving support in the future.
Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteerHolly Torpey. View original language description.