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Back to business - Bảo's comeback in Hồ Chí Minh City
Bảo has run a fish stall for nine years; the demolition of the market destroyed the equipment, and $500 will put it back on its feet.
🇻🇳 Hồ Chí Minh City, Hồ Chí Minh City, Vietnam1,173 views
For nine years I have run a fish stall in Hồ Chí Minh City. In August, the demolition of the market took a freezer and scales. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Monday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 3 weeks.
This business pays my children's school fees and rent. I have already started working from home in small ways, but I can't meet orders without proper equipment.
Every contribution brings me closer to reopening, and I promise to post photos as I buy each item.
Once I'm back on my feet I plan to hire back the people I had to let go.
Where the $500 goes:
• Shop repairs and licensing: $40
• Replacing a freezer and scales: $360
• Initial stock: the first catch: $100
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
Updates from Bảo
Quick update: $106 raised so far (21%). the plan for shop repairs and licensing is now scheduled. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Thank you all. We're at 17% now ($86). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts.
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Wishing you peace, Bảo. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected
you're not alone. Your post was clear and honest. It's not much but it's yours. All the best
You're not alone. Small businesses are the heart of Hồ Chí Minh City. Hope you're open again soon. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected.