Blog — Grameen America

Meet Maria

Maria owns Pepe’s Fruit Cup, a popular chain of juice cafes in Austin.

Meet Mitzie

Mitzie has worked with hair for over 16 years.

Meet Diana: "I Feel Financially Secure"

“We used to spend our days selling perfume on the street and now we're able to spend time together as a family.“

Meet Francheska

Francheska runs a bustling nail salon in Carolina, Puerto Rico.

Meet Sheila

Sheila owns a mobile boutique on 125th street in Harlem, next to the iconic Apollo Theater.

Meet Yarely

Yarely owns a bakery in Miami and sells traditional Honduran bread and pastries

Meet Leticia

Leticia began selling hot food and fresh fruits at her local park.

Meet Karla

Karla catered Mexican dishes to friends and family in her community while developing a vision for her restaurant.

Meet Lourdes

With her first loan from Grameen America, Lourdes bought chairs, mirrors, and hair supplies for her salon.