A loan helped to buy merchandise for her store.


Gelin Estefania's story

This is Gelin a young, 22-year-old, single mother. She is characterized as being respectful, friendly and very kind to her customers. She lives with her mother and her four-year-old son, whom she is moving forward with the help of her mother.

Finding herself on her own, Gelin put into effect the teachings her mother has imparted to her since she was young. She started a store which she now runs every day, with charisma and a great deal of love, as it supports her family.

She seeks to invest greater capital and work in her store, so is seeking a loan to buy merchandise to stock it. In the future she hopes to continue growing her business, and to have her own house, where she can live happily with her son and mother.

Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Laurie Hiller.


This loan is special because:

It aims to reach vulnerable refugee populations in an isolated region.



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