A loan helped to buy upholstery fabrics, glue, sponges, buttons, fasteners and to pay the electricity bill.


Matiana De Jesus's story

Matiana De Jesus and her family live in the city of Portoviejo, which was affected by the earthquake on April 16, 2016. The city is rich in production of vegetables, legumes and tropical fruits for domestic consumption.

Matiana De Jesus and her husband are owners of an upholstery shop where they carry out a variety of jobs at the request of their customers, who bring furniture to have the upholstery changed. They carry out all types of upholstery to their customers satisfaction.

This loan is to buy upholstery fabrics, glue, sponges, buttons, fasteners and to pay the electricity bill.

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Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Jan Ryan.


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


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