A loan helped to buy supplies and utensils for preparing traditional street food to sell.


Vilma Yanira's story

Vilma studied through the sixth grade. She is in a relationship with her partner who manages a business. They have a daughter who is independent, so they live by themselves.

Vilma prepares and sells traditional street food such as empanadas, French fries, potato cakes, chicken sandwiches, and fried cassava. She has several years of experience. Vilma started this business on her own. Her work schedule is from 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Her daughter helps with the work.

Vilma needs a loan to buy supplies and utensils for preparing traditional street food. She dreams of growing her business and generating more income.

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Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Ronan Reodica.


This loan is special because:

It enables vulnerable women to start and grow their own business.



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