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Back to business - Martina's comeback in Messina

Martina lost a cold-storage unit to a break-in and needs $1,350 to reopen a small grocery stall and support the family.

🇮🇹 Messina, Sicily, Italy1,503 views
Martina Giovanna Martini
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Messina
For three years I have run a small grocery stall in Messina. In June, a break-in took a cold-storage unit. 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 6 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 $1,350 goes: • Working capital for the first month: $620 • Shop repairs and licensing: $380 • Initial stock: fresh produce: $350 If you're reading this, thank you.

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    “Hope things get better. Only $100 but hope it helps. - Hanoi”

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    “Only $67 but hope it helps. - Phuket”

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    “Every little bit. Only $52 but hope it helps.”

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    “Thought of Martina all day after reading this. - Nuremberg”

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    “Hope the September deadline works out. - Toulon”

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  • Nir Shai Peretz🇮🇱Verified helper
    Trustworthy helper

    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

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

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    Went above and beyond

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

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  • sending good thoughts, Martina. Hope the shop reopens soon

    • Is there anything that isn't money that would help Martina?

      • Thank you. If you're in Messina I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Happy to explain more.

    • Best of luck, Martina. Hope you make a strong comeback. All the best

      • Thinking of you, Martina. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Greetings from Ikeja.

        • Take care. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Sent it to 40 people at work.

          • Wishing you the best, Martina. Shared it with a few friends. I hope September is when things finally get easier.

            • Thinking of you. Hope you make a strong comeback. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Love from Dhaka.

              • Best of luck. Hope this works out for you. My neighbor in Thủ Đức donated after I showed her your page. Thinking of Messina.

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