A loan helped a mother of three fulfill a lifelong dream and provide a fun, new business to a small town.


Lexie's story

I grew up in Neola, a small community in Southwest Iowa; the type of town where I'm either related to you or you've known me and my family my whole life. I grew up and left my small town for college, tried my hand at living in a few faraway cities, met new people, and learned new things. Throughout my years of journeys and wandering, I've always enjoyed stopping into small shops that just envelop visitors in the comfort of its walls. The smells of antiques, new books, and coffee, those that hold the original country charm of unique trinkets and homemade goods, and the friendly staff that chats with you like an old friend.

I am now back "home" and married to my wonderful husband, Timothy, who is also from Neola. We have two gorgeous children with one on the way, and love our community, and want to see it thrive. Now that I have years of retail under my belt thanks to a number of jobs while working in college, I am eager to bring a storefront to our hometown much like those I have cherished over the years. Everything I have ever loved about friendly and unique small businesses will be poured into Bev's Porch, which is dedicated to the memory of my loving grandparents and biggest supporters, Beverly and LeRoy, who unexpectedly passed away last winter.

I want Bev's Porch to wrap everyone in the welcoming, joyous, and comforting atmosphere that visiting your grandparents would bring. Sit down with a cup of coffee, purchase a gift, browse the homemade goods, or stop in for a chat.


This loan is special because:

It helps a female entrepreneur kickstart her business.



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About Bev's Porch

Industry: Retail
Years in operation: More than 5 years


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