A loan helped to buy filters, oils, lubricants, and various tools for her auto repair business. She will also pay for basic services, etc.


Katty Belin's story

Katty Belin and her family live in the town of Portoviejo. It suffered an earthquake on April 16, 2016. It is a city rich in the production of vegetables, legumes, and tropical fruits for internal consumption.

Katty and her husband have an automotive shop where they work from Monday to Saturday. He tends to the customers who come in every day, and does maintenance and all types of repairs. They always provide the best service to their customers.

Katty manages all the purchasing and everything related to payments. She sells a variety of parts that her customers need. This loan is to buy filters, oils, lubricants, and various tools. She will also pay for basic services, etc.

Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Laurie Hiller.


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It is accompanied by useful, real-life business training.


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