A loan helped to buy more variety of beverages and candies to continue selling.


Maria Mirtala's story

María is 51 years old, a widow, and her children no longer depend on her.

María works selling beverages and candies. She has 12 years of experience in this labor which she learned from her mother. Her work schedule is from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm.

She needs the loan to purchase a greater variety of beverages and candies to continue selling.

María wants to continue working and to have a larger, more well-stocked store.

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Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Wendy H.


This loan is special because:

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



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