A loan helped to buy equipment, tablecloths, cookware, furniture, and other supplies for her restaurant.


Ana Lucia's story

Doña Ana started her business selling prepared meals at a very young age. It was located at a market stall in her town. Over time, and with effort and hard work, she was able to open a restaurant on the outskirts of town, which is only a short distance away from the border bridge that leads to her home country. Her restaurant attracts both locals and foreigners because of the traditional food that is served. Ana’s customers have come to know that she offers delicious food and quality service.  

She needs to expand the dining area, so Ana is requesting a loan to buy equipment, tablecloths, cookware, furniture, and other supplies that will allow her to provide the quality service to her customers that she is known for.  

Ana wants to transform her restaurant into a family business so that they can always work together.  

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Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Ronan Reodica.


This loan is special because:

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



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