Blog — Grameen America

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.

Meet Guadalupe

A mother of four, before starting her business, Guadalupe worked at a reception hall for close to a decade.

Meet Maryluz

For nearly two years, Maryluz has run a boutique in Newark selling jewelry and accessories.

Meet Emilia

Emilia found out about Grameen America through a friend who invited her to attend a center meeting.