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Back to business - Joseph's comeback in Yonkers

Joseph has run a flower stall for four years; a long illness and repossession destroyed the equipment, and $2,450 will put it back on its feet.

🇺🇸 New York, United States401 views
Joseph A. Weaver
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Yonkers
For four years I have run a flower stall in Yonkers. In July, a long illness and repossession took display cabinets and a cooler. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Friday, 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 $2,450 goes: • Shop repairs and licensing: $590 • Initial stock: seasonal flowers: $490 • Replacing display cabinets and a cooler: $1,370 Glad we found this place. - Joseph
#small-business#livelihood#restart

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2.9(8 reviews)

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    Exceptional service

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Francis E. Tolentino🇵🇭Verified helper
    Exactly what I needed

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

  • Waleed Salim Mostafa🇪🇬Verified donor
    Professional and kind

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

  • Rosa F. Treviño🇲🇽Verified helper
    Really cared about my situation

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

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    Quick response, great follow-up

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

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    Exceptional service

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

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    Patient and understanding

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

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    Reliable and compassionate

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

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  • Takeshi Yuto Abe

    Keep going, Joseph. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. I'm in accounting myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Greetings from Butwal.

    • Miles B. McDanielQuestion

      can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Yonkers!

      • Joseph A. WeaverOwnerAnswerPhoto verified

        Thank you. If you're in Yonkers I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Thanks for looking so closely.

    • Natalia W. Hernández

      hang in there. Small businesses are the heart of Yonkers. Hope you're open again soon. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. God bless.

      • Rosa Viola Colombo

        So sorry you're going through this, Joseph. Looking forward to the next update. Please keep us posted. All the best.

        • Teresa B. Simmons

          sending strength. Hope you make a strong comeback. After 23 years in teaching I know how hard it's to ask for anything.

          • Thabisa Kruger

            wishing you peace, Joseph. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up

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