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Back to business - Bích's comeback in Hanoi

Bích lost an espresso machine and grinder to a fire in the building and needs $800 to reopen a roadside café and support the family.

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Bích Lieu
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Hanoi
For nine years I have run a roadside café in Hanoi. In June, a fire in the building took an espresso machine and grinder. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Thursday, and I employed 2 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 $800 goes: • Replacing an espresso machine and grinder: $490 • Initial stock: coffee and pastries: $110 • Shop repairs and licensing: $80 • Working capital for the first month: $120 I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.

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  • Thinking of you. Looking forward to the next update. Don't give up.

    • Is replacing an espresso machine and grinder the biggest cost or is there more coming?

      • Bích LieuOwnerAnswerPhoto verified

        Everything on the list is an amount I've been quoted or invoiced. replacing an espresso machine and grinder comes first ($490) and I'll update the page as each thing gets paid. Good question.

    • Hope things get better soon, Bích. Hope you make a strong comeback. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Blessings.

      • Thanks for sharing this. Small businesses are the heart of Hanoi. Hope you're open again soon. My neighbor in Bang Khen donated after I showed her your page. Take care

        • Shared it with a few friends. Don't give up. Blessings

          • praying for you, Bích. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. It's not much but it's yours

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