A future for Ivinia
Ivinia started out distributing her freshly baked bread by bicycle. Soon the demand grew and she dreamed of growing her business. Her customers were ready to buy more bread, but she didn't have the capital she needed to expand.
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On firm ground
Jorge spent 28 years as a pilot crop-dusting in Chiquita Honduras. Three years ago he decided to start farming and now owns 28 cows. His farm has been transformed with the help of a microfinance loan.
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Laying a future one brick at a time
The Sagrario family struggled to grow their brick-making business. They needed a loan but banks rejected them. They soon discovered micro-credit. With loans, smart planning and some determination, their business is growing - one brick at a time.
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A home for José
José de Jesus Salgado has farmed for 20 years outside Leon, Nicaragua. His family used to live with his parents because he couldn't afford a home. But microfinance loans have changed everything. He's been able to buy cattle, increase his income and even purchase a home for his family
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Profiting from piñatas
Candy, toys and excited boys and girls - nothing brings a birthday party to life like a piñata. But piñatas can also mean a successful livelihood. Just ask Nusly Alemán. She runs a piñata business out of her home and business is booming.
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