Kiva Rochester

Congratulations to James from Jp Lawn care & Landscaping for reaching his fundraising goal on Kiva and for all who lent support! #supportlocalsmallbusiness #crowdfunded #communityimpact

Congratulations to Jennifer from Cathey's Corner LLC for fundraising her Kiva loan for her catering business over the weekend, and for all who lent to make this possible! #supportlocalsmallbusiness #crowdfunded #communityimpact

Opened for an abbreviated season in the fall of 2020, the International Plaza project turned a vacant lot across from the historic St. Michael’s Church into a vibrant, colorful outdoor public space that is programmed with retail opportunities, as well as live music, dance and other cultural activities. It is located in the hub of Rochester’s Puerto Rican and Latinx community. Mask wearing and social distancing are required in compliance with current COVID-19 guidelines to hel...p ensure the safety of both shoppers and vendors and hand sanitizing stations will be located at the site. For more information or to become a vendor; visit www.cityofrochester.gov/internationalplaza https://spectrumlocalnews.com//rochester-s-international-p

Congratulations to Shauntay from Embrace Beauty Studio for reaching her fundraising goal on Kiva and thank you to all who lent to her campaign to make this possible! #supportlocalsmallbusiness #crowdfunded #communityimpact

James from Jp Lawn Care & Landscaping is fundraising on Kiva! https://www.kiva.org/lend/2146872 #supportlocalsmallbusiness #crowdfunding #communityimpact

Congratulations to Amber from Slay Premium Hair for fully fundraising her Kiva loan and thank you to all who lent support to make this possible!

Amber from Slay Premium Hair is fundraising on Kiva! https://www.kiva.org/lend/2086378 #crowdfunding #supportlocalsmallbusiness

Congratulations to Kiva loan recipient Munchies Roc City Empanadas, one of 25 local restaurants selected to participate in Phase 2 of the City's Senior Meal Restaurant Grant Program. Beginning today, area seniors age 60 and above who are unable to travel or frequent restaurants due to the coronavirus pandemic can call 211 to place an order for free meal delivery! The program will run through April 30th. To learn more and for the full list of participating restaurants: https://www.whec.com//rochester-announces-restaur/5968526/

In the midst of a challenging year, the Roc community came together to support 30 small businesses from a variety of sectors that met their fundraising goals in 2020, multiplying local impact! Thank you all! Small business owners: A new year is approaching, with the hope of new beginnings and goals, and Kiva continues to offer zero interest, crowdfunded loans between $1k-$15 as an option for funding. Visit kiva.org/borrow to learn more. There are also (recently expanded!) grant opportunities available: https://www.cityofrochester.gov/BusinessResources/ #localimpact #powerofcommunity

Congratulations to Marquita from ROC Events, Lydia from Roc City Roadside Assistance, and Antenehe from Park Ave Taxi for reaching their fundraising goals through Kiva! Thank you to all who supported! #rocstrong #supportlocalsmallbusiness #crowdfunded