A loan helped to purchase groceries and disposable products.


Maria Esmilda's story

Maria Esmilda and her family live in the canton of Jaramijo, which is known as a fishing cove and where tourists have diverse places to visit.

Maria is a woman who strives daily to earn her income honestly. Four years ago, she decided to start a business which has a small stand near the park where she sells smoothies, toast, and water. This idea was born out of the need to generate income to help her cover household expenses. Now, she is requesting a loan to be able to continue improving her business.

This loan is to invest in the purchase of groceries and disposable products.

Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Emily Dungan.


This loan is special because:

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


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