A loan helped a member to buy shoes to sell.


Madero Group's story

The communal bank “Madero” is composed of enterprising and responsible women who are committed to improving the quality of life of their families. They live in working class neighborhoods where the living conditions are fair.

This is the case for Olga, who works buying and selling shoes. She sells to relatives, friends, and neighbors from nearby areas. This business has enabled Olga to generate income to contribute to the household expenses.

With this loan, Olga will buy a variety of shoes. She hopes to be able to establish her business in a store, because she currently sells door-to-door. She also uses social networks to spread the word about her products.

The rest of this group includes: Rosalia, Luz, Norma, Josefa, Gragelia, Amalia and Idalia. These women are fighting to get ahead with their families.

In this group: Rosalia, Olga, Luz Maria, Norma Edith, Josefa, Maria Gragelia, Amalia, Maria Idalia

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Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Lisa Grobar.


This loan is special because:

It supports low income micro entrepreneurs to develop their business and support their families.



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