Maria Rosa is a responsible mother who raises hogs. She has been in this business for almost two years. She is 35 years old and has three children. She is asking for a loan of PHP 12,000 to buy feed and vaccines to ensure the proper growth and nutrition of her hogs. By improving the health of her hogs, she can sell them at a higher price. Someday, she hopes to earn a good income to provide a good education for her children.
About Alalay sa Kaunlaran, Inc.
This loan is made possible by Alalay sa Kaunlaran, Inc. (ASKI), which means “a partner in development.” ASKI has been in operation for 25 years and runs multiple successful initiatives in addition to microlending. Its main microfinance branch focuses on lending to microentrepreneurs, small farmers, and fisher folk. ASKI also provides microinsurance and marketing support for borrowers, as well as educational programs to develop the skills of both borrowers and staff. The ASKI Foundation funds community development projects such as a daycare feeding program and scholarships for children. ASKI Global helps overseas Filipinos develop entrepreneurial and financial skills to maximize the impact of remittances.