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Back to business - Katherine's comeback in Fresno
Katherine lost an espresso machine and grinder to the demolition of the market and needs $3,450 to reopen a roadside café and support the family.
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For four years I have run a roadside café in Fresno. In March, the demolition of the market took an espresso machine and grinder. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Saturday, and I employed 1 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 7 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 $3,450 goes:
• Replacing an espresso machine and grinder: $2,150
• Initial stock: coffee and pastries: $750
• Shop repairs and licensing: $220
• Working capital for the first month: $330
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
- Katherine
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Stay strong, Katherine. Shared it with a few friends. God bless!
Hope things get better soon. I hope things turn around soon. I'll check back for the next update. Blessings.
Hope it all works out. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Wish I lived closer to Vitória da Conquista so I could bring a meal