Raising a child is like an ocean journey that has raging storms, rough waves and occasional sunny tranquility. It may be easier enough with a partner, but when you’re doing everything alone, the struggle doubles. 39 year-old Margarita Marano, a mother from Laur, Nueva Ecija stands firm against the test of strength to move forward.

When she and her husband got separated, their three kids were greatly affected and the custody had to be equally given to both. Her two sons are living with her husband while her daughter was left under her care.  “When I felt that we are going to live separately with my husband, I had to think of means on how I will survive without his help.” said Margarita.

To sustain their daily needs, Margarita applied a loan in KASAPI to start a business. She was satisfied with the quick loan process of KASAPI that she was able to build her business with ease. With an initial loan of Php 10,000, she opened a retail store in front of her house.

“It is with the help of KASAPI that I have now a small business that can help in aiding our everyday expenses as well as the educational needs of my daughter.” added Margarita.

Margarita holds on to the hope that with the help of KASAPI, she will be able to surpass anything that she and her daughter may face along the way.