Esperanza Maria and her family live in La Sequita, which is in Montecristi, a canton that is known for its famous straw hats that are admired throughout the country and abroad. The residents also engage in agriculture and raising animals.
Esperanza Maria has a small store at her house where she sells a variety of everyday consumer products. She also sells school supplies. Esperanza Maria conducts her sales every day. Her best customers are neighbors who always visit whenever they need something.
This loan will be used to buy folders, pens, pencils, erasers, pencil sharpeners, notebooks, flour, rice, oil, noodles, soft drinks, water, and other products.
Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Ronan Reodica. View original language description.