The Objective of this program is to assist micro-entrepreneurs in expanding their small businesses, ARS-Bangladesh offers microenterprise loans that enable clients to invest in business assets, increase production capacity, or broaden market reach.
Target Groups of this program are Entrepreneurs engaged in trade, crafts, services, and small manufacturing initiatives. These loans are larger than standard microloans, given the additional capital needs for business expansion. ARS-Bangladesh provides flexible collateral requirements to make the program accessible to more entrepreneurs. Micro-entrepreneurs supported by this program have reported business growth, job creation in local communities, and increased economic resilience.