Kiva Loans for CSC Empowerment and Inclusion Programme (CEIP)

Sadia : Pakistan

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 20:51:31 PDT

$50 of $550 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 19, 2026

Sadia is a hardworking, 34-year-old woman and mother of two. She lives with her family in a modest neighbourhood where meeting daily household needs is always a challenge. Sadia has a passion for beauty services and had long dreamed of opening her own salon, but, due to a lack of resources, it was never possible. With the support of a microfinance loan from CEIP, she set up a small beauty parlor at her home and purchased cosmetics for it. Women from her area have started coming for services, and her income is improving. Now, she is able to manage household expenses more easily and support her children’s education. Sadia is hopeful that her earnings will continue to grow and she will be able to expand her salon and provide more services in the future. She feels proud that her dream has turned into reality and gives credit to CEIP for giving her the opportunity to stand on her own feet and build a brighter future for her family.

Seema : Pakistan

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 01:34:22 PDT

$150 of $550 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 24, 2026

Seema is a dedicated 45-year-old woman and the mother of four children, who earns her livelihood through a small tailoring business run from her home. In the beginning, she faced many financial hurdles, as she did not have enough capital to buy sewing supplies or manage her household expenses. After receiving a microfinance loan from CEIP, Seema will be able to purchase fabric, stitching accessories, and upgrade her sewing machine. This support will help her increase her production, take on more customers, and improve the quality of her work. As her business grows, her income will also rise, allowing her to cover daily household needs and support her children’s education. Seema’s journey is a clear example of how microfinance can open doors for women, helping them strengthen their small businesses, achieve financial confidence, and secure a better future for their families

Javeriya : Pakistan

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 07:13:02 PDT

$125 of $550 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 24, 2026

Javeriya is a dedicated 45-year-old woman and the mother of three children who earns her livelihood through a small tailoring business run from her home. In the beginning she faced many financial hurdles, as she did not have enough capital to buy sewing supplies or manage her household expenses. After receiving a microfinance loan from CEIP, Javeriya will be able to purchase fabric, sewing accessories, and upgrade her sewing machine. This support will help her increase her production, take on more customers, and improve the quality of her work. As her business grows, her income will also rise, allowing her to cover daily household needs and support her children’s education. Javeriya’s journey is a clear example of how microfinance can open doors for women, helping them strengthen their small businesses, achieve financial confidence, and secure a better future for their families

Shazia : Pakistan

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 07:13:02 PDT

$125 of $550 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 24, 2026

Shazia is a determined 30-year-old woman and mother of four who runs a small clothing business to support her family. She buys clothes from the local market and sells them from her home and within her neighbourhood. In the beginning, her business was limited because she could not afford to purchase enough stock to meet customer demand. With the help of a microfinance loan from CEIP, Shazia will be able to buy a wider variety of clothes and offer more choices to her customers. This support will help her increase sales and boost her income, improving her family’s living conditions. Today, she confidently contributes to household expenses and supports her children’s education. Shazia’s journey shows how microfinance empowers women to become self-reliant, expand their businesses, and bring positive change to their families and communities.

Hina : Pakistan

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:10:41 PDT

$150 of $725 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 24, 2026

Hina, a 37-year-old mother of two, has been supporting her family through a home-based stitching business. In the past, limited financial resources made it difficult for her to purchase quality fabrics and essential tools, slowing the growth of her business. With the support of a CEIP microfinance loan, Hina is now able to invest in better materials and equipment, allowing her to take on more orders and improve the quality of her work. As her income increases, she is gaining greater control over household expenses and is better able to support her children’s education. Hina’s journey illustrates how microfinance can empower women, enhance livelihoods, and create opportunities for sustainable family development.

Nazia : Pakistan

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:30:41 PDT

$25 of $550 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 24, 2026

Nazia, a 35-year-old mother of two and supports her family through a home-based stitching business. Due to limited financial resources, she previously struggled to afford quality materials and tools, which slowed her business growth. With the help of a CEIP microfinance loan, Nazia invested in better fabrics and equipment, enabling her to improve product quality and take on more orders. As her income increased, she gained greater financial independence and is now better able to support her children’s education. Nazia’s story demonstrates how microfinance empowers women and strengthens family livelihoods.

Rubina : Pakistan

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 22:10:16 PDT

$150 of $550 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 24, 2026

Rubina, a 44-year-old mother of two, runs a home-based stitching business to support her family. Previously, financial constraints limited her ability to purchase quality materials and proper equipment, affecting her productivity and income. Through a CEIP microfinance loan, Rubina upgraded her tools and invested in better fabrics. This support helped her increase her production, improve quality, and attract more customers. With a steady rise in income, Rubina now plays a stronger role in managing household finances and ensuring her children’s education. Her story reflects the positive impact of microfinance in improving livelihoods and empowering women.

Rubi : Pakistan

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:30:19 PDT

$50 of $550 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 25, 2026

Rubi, a 42-year-old mother of two, earns a livelihood through her home-based stitching business. In the past, limited financial resources made it difficult for her to access quality materials and proper equipment, restricting her growth. After receiving a CEIP microfinance loan, Rubi invested in improved tools and better fabrics. This allowed her to enhance her work quality, increase production, and attract more customers. As her income has grown, Rubi has become more financially confident and actively contributes to managing household needs, including her children’s education. Rubi’s journey shows how access to microfinance can uplift women and create sustainable opportunities for families.

Tahira : Pakistan

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:02:43 PDT

$100 of $550 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 25, 2026

Tahira, a 45-year-old mother of two, runs a home-based stitching business to support her family. Limited financial resources had previously made it hard for her to afford quality materials and proper equipment, slowing her business growth. With a CEIP microfinance loan, Tahira can upgrade her tools and purchase better fabrics, allowing her to improve product quality, take on more orders, and expand her customer base. As her income increases, Tahira will gain greater financial confidence and be better able to manage household expenses, including her children’s education. Her story demonstrates how microfinance can empower women and strengthen family livelihoods.

Tehmina : Pakistan

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:12:35 PDT

$50 of $550 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 25, 2026

Tehmina, a 35-year-old mother of two, runs a home-based stitching business to support her family. Limited financial resources had previously made it difficult for her to buy quality materials and proper equipment, which slowed her business growth. With the support of a CEIP microfinance loan, Tehmina can invest in better tools and fabrics, allowing her to enhance the quality of her work, take on more orders, and expand her customer base. As her income increases, Tehmina will gain greater financial confidence and will play a stronger role in managing household expenses, including her children’s education. Her journey highlights how microfinance empowers women and creates sustainable opportunities for families.

Yasmeen : Pakistan

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:52:36 PDT

$50 of $550 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 25, 2026

Yasmeen, a 47-year-old mother of two, runs a home-based stitching business to support her family. Limited financial resources had previously made it difficult for her to purchase quality materials and proper equipment, slowing the growth of her business. With the support of a CEIP microfinance loan, Yasmeen will invest in better tools and fabrics, improving the quality of her work, taking on more orders, and expanding her customer base. As her income increases, Yasmeen will gain greater financial confidence and will play a stronger role in managing household expenses, including her children’s education. Her story demonstrates how microfinance empowers women and creates sustainable family livelihoods.

Alishba : Pakistan

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 19:13:02 PDT

$50 of $550 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 25, 2026

Alishba is a hardworking 40-year-old woman. She always wished to support her family by doing something from home. With limited income, it was difficult to manage daily household expenses and children’s needs. She has been doing a ladies’ clothing business for the last 15 years. Through the help of a microfinance loan from CEIP, Alishba will buy more ladies’ clothes. Her business will attract women from her area, and she can earn a steady income. One day she will be able to contribute to household expenses and feel more confident about her role in the family. Looking ahead, Alishba can plan to expand her small setup into a bigger clothing business. She believes that CEIP’s support has not only improved her present life but also opened doors for a secure and brighter future for her children.

Hameedan : Pakistan

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 19:23:02 PDT

$75 of $550 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 25, 2026

Hameedan, a 50-year-old hardworking woman, has always wished to support her family through home-based work. With limited income, managing daily household expenses and her children’s needs had been challenging. She has been running a ladies’ clothing business for the past 20 years. With the support of a CEIP microfinance loan, Hameedan plans to expand her stock of ladies’ clothes. This will attract more customers from her area and help her earn a steady income. Over time, she will be able to contribute more to household expenses and feel more confident in her role within the family. Looking ahead, Hameedan hopes to grow her small setup into a larger clothing business. She believes CEIP’s support has not only improved her present life but also opened doors for a secure and brighter future for her children.

Lubna : Pakistan

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 01:41:07 PDT

$125 of $550 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 25, 2026

Lubna, a 42-year-old hardworking woman, has always wanted to support her family through home-based work. With limited income, managing daily household expenses and her children’s needs has been challenging. She has been running a ladies’ clothing business for the past 15 years. With the support of a CEIP microfinance loan, Lubna plans to expand her stock of ladies’ clothes. This will attract more customers from her area and help her earn a steady income. Over time, she will be able to contribute more to household expenses and feel more confident in her role within the family. Looking ahead, Lubna hopes to grow her small setup into a larger clothing business. She believes CEIP’s support has not only improved her present life but also opened doors for a secure and brighter future for her children.

Maryam : Pakistan

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 01:50:22 PDT

$75 of $550 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 25, 2026

Maryam, a 46-year-old hardworking woman, has always wanted to support her family through home-based work. With limited income, managing daily household expenses and her children’s needs had been challenging. She has been running a ladies’ clothing business for the past 15 years. With the support of a CEIP microfinance loan, Maryam plans to expand her stock of ladies’ clothes. This will attract more customers from her area and help her earn a steady income. Over time, she will be able to contribute more to her household expenses and feel more confident in her role within the family. Looking ahead, Maryam hopes to grow her small setup into a larger clothing business. She believes CEIP’s support has not only improved her present life but also opened doors for a secure and brighter future for her children.

Sughran : Pakistan

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 01:50:22 PDT

$100 of $550 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 25, 2026

Sughran, a 48-year-old hardworking woman, has always wanted to support her family through home-based work. With limited income, managing daily household expenses and her children’s needs had been challenging. She has been running a ladies’ clothing business for the past 15 years and, with the support of a CEIP microfinance loan, Sughran plans to expand her stock of ladies’ clothes. This will attract more customers from her area and help her earn a steady income. Over time, she will be able to contribute more to her household expenses and feel more confident in her role within the family. Looking ahead, Sughran hopes to grow her small setup into a larger clothing business. She believes CEIP’s support has not only improved her present life but also opened doors for a secure and brighter future for her children.

Muqadas : Pakistan

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 07:55:21 PDT

$150 of $1,100 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 25, 2026

Muqadas is a hardworking 45-year-old woman, who runs a small ready-made ladies’ clothing business from her home. Due to limited income, managing household expenses and her children’s needs was often difficult. With the support of a microfinance loan from CEIP, Muqadas will purchase a wider variety of garments, attract more customers, and earn a more stable income. This assistance will help her support her family more confidently and work toward expanding her small business for a better future.

Sajida : Pakistan

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:06:28 PDT

$50 of $725 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 25, 2026

Sajida, a 52-year-old mother of three, has been running a small home-based ladies’ clothing business for over 12 years. Despite her hard work, her limited income makes it difficult to manage household expenses and support her children. With a microfinance loan from CEIP, Sajida can now purchase a wider variety of clothes, attract more customers, and earn a steady income. This support has boosted her confidence and eased her financial challenges. Sajida now hopes to expand her small setup into a more established clothing business, creating a more secure future for her family.

Safia : Pakistan

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:16:05 PDT

$75 of $550 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 25, 2026

Safia is a hardworking 49-year-old woman who has always wanted to support her family by earning from home. With limited income, managing daily household expenses and her children’s needs has been challenging. For the past 16 years, she has been running a small ladies’ clothing business. With the support of a microfinance loan from CEIP, Safia will be able to purchase a wider variety of ladies’ clothes. This will attract more women from her area and help her earn a steady income. Gradually, she hopes to contribute more to household expenses and feel confident in her role within the family. In the future, Safia plans to expand her small setup into a larger clothing business. She believes that CEIP’s support has not only improved her present situation, but also opened the door to a secure and brighter future for her children.

Farrukh : Pakistan

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:26:41 PDT

$25 of $550 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 25, 2026

Farrukh is a skilled 38-year-old woman and mother of four children who supports her family by running a clothes-stitching business. In the beginning, she faced financial difficulties as she did not have enough resources to buy sewing materials or manage her household needs. With the help of a microfinance loan from CEIP, Farrukh was able to purchase fabric and threads, improving her sewing setup. This allowed her to take more orders and deliver quality work. As a result, her income increased, enabling her to manage household expenses and support her children’s education. One day, Farrukh will be empowered and independent, proving how microfinance can transform the lives of women by giving them the means to grow their small businesses and secure a better future for their families.

Farzana : Pakistan

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:56:35 PDT

$50 of $550 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 25, 2026

Farzana is a dedicated 40-year-old woman and mother of four who supports her family through a small home-based stitching business. In the past, she faced constant financial challenges as she lacked the resources to buy essential sewing materials or cover daily household expenses. With the help of a microfinance loan from CEIP, Farzana will be able to purchase fabric, thread, and improved sewing tools, enabling her to take on more orders and produce high-quality garments. This support will help increase her income, making it easier to manage household needs and support her children’s education. Farzana hopes to achieve financial independence and long-term stability, showing how microfinance empowers women to grow their small businesses and build a secure and brighter future for their families.

Samina : Pakistan

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 09:18:14 PDT

$50 of $550 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 25, 2026

Samina is a hardworking 38-year-old woman who runs a small ladies fancy suites business from her home. Due to limited income, managing household expenses and her children’s needs is often difficult. With the support of a microfinance loan from CEIP, Samina will purchase a wider variety of fancy garments, attract more customers, and earn a more stable income. This assistance will help her support her family more confidently and work toward expanding her small business for a better future.

Aysha : Pakistan

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 09:28:56 PDT

$75 of $550 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 25, 2026

Aysha, a 38-year-old hardworking woman, has been working as a tailoress for the past 10 years. She provides stitching services for women and children in her community, and is well known for her skills. With the support of a CEIP microfinance loan, Aysha plans to purchase cloth, threads, and other tailoring materials. This will help her to meet customer demand and run her business more efficiently. Her work provides a stable income, enabling her to manage household expenses and support her children’s education. Looking ahead, Aysha hopes to expand her business by purchasing additional sewing machines and training other girls in her area. This will allow her to increase production, serve more customers, and create employment opportunities within her community.

Iram : Pakistan

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 09:28:56 PDT

$50 of $725 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 25, 2026

Iram, a 40-year-old hardworking woman, has been working as a tailoress for the past 10 years. She provides stitching services for women and children in her community and is well known for her skills. With the support of a CEIP microfinance loan, Iram plans to purchase cloth, threads and other tailoring materials. This will help her meet customer demand and run her business more efficiently. Her work provides a stable income, enabling her to manage household expenses and support her children’s education. Looking ahead, Iram hopes to expand her business by purchasing additional sewing machines and training other girls in her area. This will allow her to increase production, serve more customers, and create employment opportunities within her community.

Sama : Pakistan

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 09:28:57 PDT

$100 of $725 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 25, 2026

Sama, a 38-year-old hardworking woman, has been working as a tailoress for the past 12 years. She provides stitching services for women and children in her community, and is well known for her skills. With the support of a CEIP microfinance loan, Sama plans to purchase cloth, threads, and other tailoring materials. This will help her to meet customer demand and run her business more efficiently. Her work provides a stable income, enabling her to manage household expenses and support her children’s education. Looking ahead, Sama hopes to expand her business by purchasing additional sewing machines and training other girls in her area. This will allow her to increase production, serve more customers, and create employment opportunities within her community.

Iqra : Pakistan

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:20:43 PDT

$50 of $725 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 25, 2026

Iqra is hardworking 37-year-old women and mother of 2 children. She lives with her family in a modest neighbourhood where meeting daily household needs is always a challenge. She has a passion for beauty services and dreamed of opening her own parlor, but due to lack of resources, it was never possible. With the support of a microfinance loan from CEIP. Iqra will set up a small beauty parlor at her home and also buying cosmetics for it. Women from her area will come for services, and her income will begin to improve and then she will be able to manage household expenses more easily and support her children’s education. Iqra is hopeful that with her earnings will grow and she will expand her parlor and provide more services in the future. She feels proud that her dream has turned into reality and gives credit to CEIP for giving her the opportunity to stand on her feet and build a brighter future for her family.

Maria : Pakistan

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:30:56 PDT

$25 of $725 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 25, 2026

Maria is a 40-year-old hardworking woman and mother of 3 children, who has been able to transform her life by running a beauty parlor with the help of a microfinance loan from CEIP. Before receiving support, her parlor was very small and lacked proper equipment and products, limiting her ability to serve clients. With the loan, she will purchase new beauty tools, cosmetics, and furniture, which help her improve service quality and attract more customers. As her income increases, Maria will be financially independent and she can start to contribute to household expenses, and ensure better education and facilities for her children. Her story is a true example of how microfinance empowers women to build sustainable businesses, gain confidence, and uplift their families’ standard of living.

Firdoos : Pakistan

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 02:01:14 PDT

$25 of $900 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 27, 2026

Firdoos is a dedicated 48-year-old woman who's always aspired to support her family by running a home-based business. Managing daily household expenses and fulfilling her children’s needs was often a challenge due to limited income. She's been operating a ready-made ladies’ clothing business eight years. With the assistance of a microfinance loan from CEIP, Firdoos will be able to purchase a greater variety of ready-made clothes, helping her attract more customers from her area and earn a consistent income. This support will enable her to contribute to household expenses and feel more assured and confident in her role within the family. Looking to the future, she aims to expand her small setup into a more established clothing business. Firdoos believes CEIP’s support has not only improved her present circumstances, but also opened pathways to a secure and brighter future for her children.

Kathrine : Pakistan

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:30:19 PDT

$25 of $550 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 27, 2026

Kathrine is a hardworking 43-year-old woman. She always wished to support her family by doing something from home. With limited income, it was difficult to manage daily household expenses and children’s needs. She was in a ladies’ clothes business for the last 15 years. Through the help of a microfinance loan from CEIP, Kathrine will buy more ladies’ clothes. Her business will attract women from her area, and she can earn a steady income. One day she will be able to contribute to household expenses and feel more confident about her role in the family. Looking ahead, Kathrine can plan to expand her small setup into a bigger clothing business. She believes that CEIP’s support has not only improved her present life, but also opened doors for a secure and brighter future for her children.

Maria : Pakistan

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:51:31 PDT

$50 of $550 raised.

Started raising funds on Mar 25, 2026

Maria is a 34-year-old mother of three children. She has a home-based retail business where she has been selling women's clothes for more than 12 years. Despite her hard work, her limited income has made it difficult to manage the household expenses and support her children. With a microfinance loan from CEIP, she can now purchase a wider variety of clothes, attract more customers, and earn a steady income. This support will boost her confidence and ease her financial challenges. Maria now hopes to expand her small business into a more established clothing store, which will help her create a more secure future for her family.

Samina : Pakistan

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 04:00:24 PST

$550 of $550 raised.

Started raising funds on Feb 15, 2026

Samina, a hardworking 42-year-old woman, has always wished to support her family from home. Despite running a ladies’ clothing business for 15 years, limited income made it difficult to manage household expenses and her children’s needs. With a CEIP microfinance loan, Samina can now purchase more clothes, attract more customers, and earn a steady income. This support has increased her confidence, allowed her to contribute to household expenses, and opened the door to expanding her small setup into a larger clothing business. Samina believes that CEIP’s support has improved her present life and secured a brighter future for her children.