A loan helped to purchase a variety of groceries and merchandise to stock her store.


Rosa Elizabeth's story

Rosa Elizabeth and her family live in Portoviejo, a place affected by the earthquake on April 16th, 2016. The city is rich in the production of vegetables, legumes, and tropical fruits for domestic consumption.

Rosa Elizabeth has a store where she sells flower arrangements, small presents for birthdays and other occasions. Her customers make the orders and pay in advance. She also sells via the Internet and WhatsApp.

This loan is to buy supplies, flowers, stuffed animals, presents, cardboard, construction paper, glue, decorations, vases, chocolates, etc.

Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Liliana S.


This loan is special because:

It is accompanied by useful, real-life business training.


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