What makes Esperanza special? The people, of course! The donors, the employees, the associates that we serve – they all are a reflection of the incredible work that God is doing here in the Dominican Republic through Esperanza. We’ve been asking Esperanza’s people what it is that makes them want to be a part of the organization. Previously, we shared the stories of one of our loyal donors as well as one of our most devoted employees. In this unique edition of “Why Esperanza?”, we hear from several of our associates. They were asked a simple question: Why do you choose to be an associate with Esperanza? While some of the answers may be short, they carry plenty of weight in showing the impact that Esperanza has in their lives. Enjoy their pictures and answers, and stay tuned for more editions of “Why Esperanza?’!

Carmen Espinosa Fajardo
​“Esperanza is a very good organization, which helps us move forward more every day.  It teaches us to grow closer to God. Before I started with Esperanza, things were going poorly with my family. But now that I’m with Esperanza, I have learned a lot of good things; now I think in a better way. And I try to do everything in a better way.Before, I was a person who simply woke up in order to work.  I didn’t pray.  Now, thanks to Esperanza, I am a person who loves to pray.  I don’t get out of bed without laying my requests before God, thanking Him, giving Him my house, my home, my family, and everything I need.  And I didn’t do any of that before I was introduced to Esperanza.”

Isidro Juma

“Even though I’ve been running my business for many years before [joining] Esperanza, the business management trainings have provided me with new concepts and techniques. I’ve especially enjoyed the courses on offering good customer service because I can use the ideas and accomdate my clients with the products that they need.”

Jackelin Martinez
“If not for Esperanza, I would never be the same. Esperanza was the first to give me an opportunity.  They opened the first door.”

Leida Ortiz Vasquez​

“Esperanza is different from other banks. I like Esperanza because they worry about the health of their associates, both physical and spiritual.”

Jennifer Beltre Ogando​

“Esperanza has brought a different kind of development to my community. I would like Esperanza to keep growing. There are many children and single mothers here, and with Esperanza there are lots of possibilities. Thanks to God I have a better income, and will continue to progress and provide my children with better than what I had.”

Kilvia Candelari​

“For me, Esperanza has been something very special. Before I could not visit my family or neighbors when they were in the hospital because I didn´t have money but now I am able.”