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Back to business - Liliana's comeback in Chicago
Liliana has run a small grocery stall for twelve years; a fire in the building destroyed the equipment, and $3,600 will put it back on its feet.
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For twelve years I have run a small grocery stall in Chicago. In December, a fire in the building took a cold-storage unit. 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 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 $3,600 goes:
• Shop repairs and licensing: $400
• Initial stock: fresh produce: $570
• Replacing a cold-storage unit: $2,630
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
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sending strength, Liliana. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My neighbor in Entebbe donated after I showed her your page. Thinking of Chicago.
Take care, Liliana. Shared it with a few friends. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Love from Santa Rosa
Stay strong. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. We're a small family in Addis Ababa but we're thinking of you. Greetings from Addis Ababa!
your post was clear and honest. Thinking of Chicago.
take care. I hope things turn around soon. Sent it to 3 people at work!