Success Story

Lit’l Sprouts, Rural Retreat, VA

Dawn Burkentine received a loan to start the Lit’l Sprouts Day Care in 2004. It is now three years later and her last payment is in sight. She has created 22 full time jobs and cares for 6-week old infants through 12 year olds who live in the area surrounding the town of Rural Retreat. A side business of storage units was also created to make full use of the property.

In total, more than 80 families benefit from the Lit’l Sprout services. The children participate in introductory learning skills to develop their social interactions, receive meals and have access to indoor and outdoor play areas.