A loan helped to buy churros, cookies, soft drinks, shampoo, sweets, deodorant, etc.


Mario Alejandro's story

Mario Alejandro is 44 years old. He is married. He has one son. He lives with his family in the city of Comayagua. For two years, he has had a grocery store business, a business located in his home. Previously, he was a farmer. He is currently requesting a loan from ODEF for 25, 000 Lempiras, which he plans to invest in the purchase of churros, cookies, soft drinks, shampoo, sweets, deodorants, etc. This investment will help him to stock his business with new products. His goal is to be able to grow his business to help his family financially.

Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Lauren Jackson.


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It is accompanied by financial education and provides borrowers access to a savings account.



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