Mariana De Jesus is 69 years old. She is married and has six children from this relationship. Her granddaughter lives with her. Her husband is a builder. They live in Portoviejo, a city rich in the production of vegetables, legumes and tropical fruit for domestic consumption.
She is a business woman and sells aluminium chairs and furniture. This is how she makes a living, however she has many expenses and is not able to cover them.
She will use the loan to buy a computer for her granddaughter. This way, she will be able to carry out research and jobs that are sent to her.
Her dream is for her granddaughter to become a great doctor.
Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Elaine Berry de Pulido. View original language description.