Today, we’re pleased to share the success story of the Pinel family of Leon, Nicaragua. The family was earning a living in a traditional way: by raising pigs and selling prepared “Nacatamales,” a Nicaraguan tamale dish.
Before they became participants in Cause for Hope programs, the Pinel family only earned about $89 each month to support themselves. Despite their meager earnings, the hardworking family was frugal and still managed to save about $9, or almost 10 percent of their monthly income to provide a safety net for a ‘rainy day’ or other necessities.
Here at Cause for Hope, our mission is to help good people, such as the members of the Pinel family, to use the skills they already have to become self-reliant. We know that support for hardworking people – through skills training programs, job placement services, mentoring, and more – provides the encouragement and basic resources these people can use to make a lasting change and meet their goals.
We are pleased to report that we were able to offer the Pinel family small business skills training that has really paid off. The family members were able to learn business management and how to keep an accurate budget. As a result, they have taken the initiative to grow their business, and currently earn more than $338 per month – a triple increase in income!
The Pinel family is also still saving money and investing in themselves and their community. We are so proud to be able to help families, such as the Pinels. We want to invite you to get in touch with us at Cause for Hope, and learn more about how you can get involved to make a difference!