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A fish stall in Birmingham needs help replacing a freezer and scales after a storm that collapsed the roof.

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Mateo M. Álvarez
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Birmingham
For nine years I have run a fish stall in Birmingham. In May, a storm that collapsed the roof took a freezer and scales. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Wednesday, and I employed 1 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. I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go. Where the $3,950 goes: • Replacing a freezer and scales: $2,450 • Initial stock: the first catch: $620 • Shop repairs and licensing: $440 • Working capital for the first month: $440 Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
#small-business#livelihood#restart

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  • Lauren F. Collins🇺🇸Verified helper
    Very responsive and caring

    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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    Really cared about my situation

    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.

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    Amazing support system

    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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    Amazing support system

    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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    Reliable and compassionate

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • John D. Gardner🇨🇦Verified donor
    Exceeded expectations

    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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  • Theo Philipp Günther

    Stay strong. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Put this on a community board in Caruaru this morning. Take care!

    • Nenita D. Torres

      Thanks for sharing this. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Thinking of Birmingham

      • Emily CruzID verified

        Wishing you peace, Mateo. Shared it with a few friends. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Thinking of Birmingham!

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