A loan helped to buy a refrigerator for storing ice cream.


Helen Beatriz's story

Helen is 25 years old and has a high school education. She is single and lives with her family.

Helen has been selling ice cream for more than two years. Her business is located at her house. She works from 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. In addition, she takes care of her grandmother.

Helen will use this loan to buy a refrigerator, which will have a huge impact on her sales since she will be able to store her products. She dreams of generating more income from her business in order to cover her family’s expenses.

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Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Ronan Reodica.


This loan is special because:

It provides business training to young, unemployed individuals hoping to start a business.



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