Belize Rural Development Project Microgrants
Working as a service provider to the EU-funded BRDP, Plenty Belize managed a microgrant project for the Toledo District. Between May and October 2007, Plenty Belize give out 48 microgrants (maximum size BZ$1,000 or US$500) to assist with starting or improving small businesses for the poor in the rural areas of the Toledo District. Priority was given to single parents, elderly, youths who are helping to support siblings, and to the disabled.
Recipients used the funds they received for a variety of different businesses, including but not limited to: Seamstress Shops, Small Engine Repair, Butcher and Meat Shop, Firewood sales, Solar Electricity Installation, Chicken Raising, Pig Rearing, Egg Selling, and Baking. Of the 48 recipients 20 attending classes to learn about basic business practices, accounting, banking and marketing. Plenty Belize would like to thank our staff, trainers, and all involved with the BRDP Microgrant program for making it a huge success.
Business Training Session
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