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Browse categories of borrowers— people looking to grow businesses, go to school, switch to clean energy, and more.
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Kiva loans are facilitated through 2 models, partner and direct, that enable us to reach the greatest number of people around the world.
For partner loans, borrowers apply to a local Lending Partner, which manages the loan on the ground. Lending Partners are responsible for screening borrowers, disbursing loans, posting borrowers to the Kiva website for funding, collecting repayments and otherwise administering Kiva loans on the ground to borrowers.
For direct loans, borrowers apply through the Kiva website and may or may not be endorsed by a Trustee. Unlike Lending Partners, Trustees don't handle any financial transactions or have any duty to repay loans on behalf of their borrowers. Instead, Trustees take the role of providing support and business advice to their borrowers throughout the term of the loan.
I am a female minority business entrepreneur, with a background in the healthcare industry. My passion for healthcare came from watching my mother caring for my grandma. I quickly realized that I wanted to be able to care for my mom, but with additional knowledge, I ventured into a nursing career. I have spent the past 2 years as a front-line nurse and dedicated a great deal of time to working with COVID patients. I have also served as a healthcare leader which allowed me to learn the skills needed to navigate the business. This exposure prepared me for challenges, learning excellent communication, adaptable people skills, and customer service. My skill sets will no doubt transfer to helping me grow and scale my business to attain success.
The knowledge gained in healthcare transcends to my background as an adjunct educator. This will continue in the business by collaborating with community organizers to offer services and educate the community on the varied health and preventative options that will be available.
I am a strong believer that the community is what you make it. As a result, the business will be providing employment within its community to assist in strengthening and expanding gainful opportunities for others.
After 15 years in the health care industry, I am transitioning to entrepreneurship, by offering IV hydration, COVID testing, and cosmetic teeth whitening. I have sought out coaching and guidance from experts to be able to sustain and maintain the business at a professional level. Your support will be greatly appreciated and my belief of paying it forward will continue with community events and preventative education. I am extremely appreciative of your support and look forward to my continued journey as an entrepreneur.
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The business is geared to offer IV hydration, COVID testing, and teeth whitening services to the community. The mission of the company is to provide education on preventative measures and wellness.
Some products and services will be IV hydration, (some of which are building immunity), COVID testing for individuals, groups, community events. We will also be offering cosmetic teeth whitening. All services come with a concierge option for convenience and reduced exposure to others. This will attract an upcharge/concierge fee.
I am applying for this loan to be able to launch a business that is geared towards building immunity on a community level, employing others in the community and providing education on preventative measures and wellness.
Kiva loans are facilitated through 2 models, partner and direct, that enable us to reach the greatest number of people around the world.
For partner loans, borrowers apply to a local Lending Partner, which manages the loan on the ground. Lending Partners are responsible for screening borrowers, disbursing loans, posting borrowers to the Kiva website for funding, collecting repayments and otherwise administering Kiva loans on the ground to borrowers.
For direct loans, borrowers apply through the Kiva website and may or may not be endorsed by a Trustee. Unlike Lending Partners, Trustees don't handle any financial transactions or have any duty to repay loans on behalf of their borrowers. Instead, Trustees take the role of providing support and business advice to their borrowers throughout the term of the loan.
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Kiva loans are facilitated through 2 models, partner and direct, that enable us to reach the greatest number of people around the world.
For partner loans, borrowers apply to a local Lending Partner, which manages the loan on the ground. Lending Partners are responsible for screening borrowers, disbursing loans, posting borrowers to the Kiva website for funding, collecting repayments and otherwise administering Kiva loans on the ground to borrowers.
For direct loans, borrowers apply through the Kiva website and may or may not be endorsed by a Trustee. Unlike Lending Partners, Trustees don't handle any financial transactions or have any duty to repay loans on behalf of their borrowers. Instead, Trustees take the role of providing support and business advice to their borrowers throughout the term of the loan.
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