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Back to business - Benjamin's comeback in Dundee
Benjamin lost display cabinets and a cooler to the demolition of the market and needs $3,850 to reopen a flower stall and support the family.
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For nine years I have run a flower stall in Dundee. In March, the demolition of the market took display cabinets and a cooler. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Monday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 6 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.
I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go.
Where the $3,850 goes:
• Replacing display cabinets and a cooler: $3,100
• Initial stock: seasonal flowers: $300
• Working capital for the first month: $450
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
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any update on how things are going in Dundee?
Rooting for you, Benjamin. Your post was clear and honest. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust
Take care, Benjamin. Your post was clear and honest. Sent it to 40 people at work.
rooting for you, Benjamin. Hope this works out for you. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. All the best
Is replacing display cabinets and a cooler the biggest cost or is there more coming?
Sure. The biggest one is replacing display cabinets and a cooler, $3,100. The rest is in the list at the bottom of the post and I'll upload receipts as I pay each one. Let me know if you want more detail.
Best of luck, Benjamin. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. After 19 years in customer support I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Take care.
Best of luck. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Put this on a community board in Mohammedia this morning. Greetings from Mohammedia
Is there anything that isn't money that would help Benjamin?
Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about replacing display cabinets and a cooler, advice is welcome too. Ask me anything else.
Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Don't give up. Thinking of Dundee
Sending strength, Benjamin. Shared this with my family. We're a small family in Manila but we're thinking of you
Wishing you the best, Benjamin. Shared this with my family. Blessings.
Take care. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. After 29 years in teaching I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Blessings!
Rooting for you, Benjamin. Shared it with a few friends. Sent it to 38 people at work. God bless
Good luck, Benjamin. Hope the shop reopens soon. God bless