Abdallah is a 29-year-old, single man from Rafah, Gaza Strip, which is both a city and a refugee camp. He lives with his family in a small, old house. He is the only breadwinner for his family and they depend on him for support.
Abdallah has a very small sewing factory in the city. It is a good business and provides him with a good income, but the economic situation in the Gaza Strip is bad because of the latest conflict. Abdallah took a USD loan from Palestine for Credit & Development. This loan will help him to buy a new sewing machine. He hopes that this new inventory will enable him to increase his sales, customers, and eventually save enough income to cover school fees for his children.
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The Startup loan is currently being offered by FATEN to recent university and vocational training center graduates whose business is in a startup phase and does not qualify for financing under regular business loan requirements. The risks inherent in lending to startup businesses are mitigated by the creation of a feasibility plan during the loan application process, additional required collateral and an owner’s contribution of at least 25%.
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A loan of $2,125 helps Abdallah to buy a new sewing machine.