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La Cocinita, 1625 Chicago Ave. The restaurant is one of over 30 businesses that has received a loan during COVID-19 from LEND, a student-run microfinancing organization.

NU student group provides COVID relief loans to small businesses

Zoe Malin, Reporter
October 13, 2020
Jennifer Eason, owner of Jennifer’s Edibles, poses in front of a store menu. The restaurant, 1623 Simpson St., received both a microloan and business services through LEND.

Microfinance group launches program to help low-income, minority-owned businesses

Jake Holland, Assistant City Editor
September 20, 2017
Best Latin Food: Tomate Fresh Kitchen

Best Latin Food: Tomate Fresh Kitchen

Khadrice Rollins, Managing Editor
February 24, 2016
Tomate Fresh Kitchen, located at 914 Noyes St., received a $10,000 loan from LEND to buy new refrigerators and expand work space. Owner Tania Ruiz is hopeful the additions will help her better serve Northwestern students.

LEND gives second-largest loan in history to Tomate Fresh Kitchen

Bobby Pillote, Gameday Editor
November 22, 2015
Brigitte Giles, owner of Ebony Barber Shop, cuts the cake to celebrate the Central Evanston Business Association Open House. Giles, also the president of CEBA, said she believes the organization will help develop central Evanston.

Local organization provides voice for community, business owners in central Evanston

Bobby Pillote, Assistant Sports Editor
November 24, 2014
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