Maria Irma
A loan of $1,000 helps to purchase flour, quesillo, oil, and other varieties of supplies to make and sell pupusas and snacks.
Maria Irma's story
María is 63 years old, studied up to the sixth grade in basic education, is single, and has five adult and independent children.
María works making and selling pupusas and typical snacks. She has two years of experience in the field and learned it with the support of her friend. The business is located at her house and her work schedule extends throughout the whole day. Previously, she worked at agricultural work.
She will use the loan to purchase flour, quesillo, oil, and other varieties of supplies to make and sell pupusas and snacks, with which she hopes to increase her income.
María dreams of improving her financial conditions and making improvements to her house.
Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteerWendy H. View original language description.