Darwin Ariel is 18 years old and lives with his partner, who is a homemaker. Currently, they do not have children. They live in his parent's home, which is in Picoazá, Ecuador.
Picoazá is known for its commercial sector; its religious festivals; and agricultural products, including vegetables and tropical fruit. It is developing quickly and is the hub of informal commerce in Manabí province.
To earn a living and cover his home expenses, Darwin Ariel buys cheeses and other dairy products wholesale at a low price and sells them to make a profit. He fulfills orders and delivers to homes, restaurants, shops, and convenience stores. He also sells a variety of clothes upon customer request. He sells his merchandise on credit and collects payment every 8 days.
This loan is to buy yogurt, cheese, milk, requesón (a type of cheese similar to ricotta), t-shirts, Bermuda shorts, boxer shorts, and more. His dream is to have a lot of sales, to have his own store, and for his family to enjoy good health.
Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Alex Goehring. View original language description.