Allan Perez started his business with just Php 1,000—and from that modest start, it became a flourishing venture. If you are planning to start a business with only a small capital, this story reveals the secret to his success.
In 2005, Allan and his wife, Arlene, were forced to close their canteen because of low sales.
Allan worried about how his children would continue studying. They are struggling to make ends meet, having only Php 1,000 left from the canteen’s closure.
Regardless of these challenges, Allan came up with an idea – a fried chicken business.
He used the Php 1,000 to buy six pieces of chicken and a tank of gas. Then, he developed his own recipe.
“We distributed our phone number to former canteen customers,” he recalled.
Despite the excitement and preparation, their fried chicken sales were so few.
Some days, only three chickens were sold, and sometimes, it was just one. Because of this, Allan was often sleepless, worrying about how to make their business successful.
Until one night, Allan chanced upon The 700 Club Asia airing on TV. He prayed with the host, Connie Reyes, who encouraged viewers to trust in the Lord despite their financial lack.
That night, they were down to their last Php 200, but Allan and Arlene felt compelled to give it as an offering. The next morning, they donated the money to CBN Asia.
God honored their generous hearts.
It has not been a week yet, but they started getting more orders. Customers spread good feedback and recommended their fried chicken to others.
Business boomed and it sustained their family until two of their children finished college. Allan and Arlene also acquired a physical store for the business. Their humble Php 200 offering was multiplied beyond their expectation.
“I keep telling my friends that this started with The 700 Club Asia. It is God’s business, He just entrusted it to me. When you give to God, He will bless you back with so much,” Allan testified.
Today, Mang-A Fried Chicken is not just a business, it’s a symbol of God’s faithfulness.
“Give to others, and God will give to you. Indeed, you will receive a full measure, a generous helping, poured into your hands—all that you can hold. The measure you use for others is the one that God will use for you.” (Luke 6:38 GNT)
Were you inspired by Allan’s story? If you’re seeking blessing in your business, you can start by giving back to God’s ministry. Partner with God and witness His miracles in your plans.
