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Back to business - Marc's comeback in Lyon
Marc lost an espresso machine and grinder to the demolition of the market and needs $2,350 to reopen a roadside café and support the family.
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For three years I have run a roadside café in Lyon. 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 Wednesday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 5 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 $2,350 goes:
• Shop repairs and licensing: $300
• Replacing an espresso machine and grinder: $1,400
• Working capital for the first month: $650
Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
Updates from Marc
Thank you all. We're at 13% now ($304). I'm honestly stunned. I made the first payment toward replacing an espresso machine and grinder.
- John W. Russell 🇺🇸 · $15
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“Thought of Marc all day after reading this. - Santa Fe”
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“Praying for you. Only $20 but hope it helps. - Ekurhuleni”
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“Hang in there. Been where you're, it gets better. - Tucson”
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Praying for you, Marc. Hope the shop reopens soon.
Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I have a 16 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Love from Mumbai
Stay strong, Marc. Your post was clear and honest. We're a small family in Khulna but we're thinking of you!