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Back to business - Melanie's comeback in Auckland
Melanie lost a cold-storage unit to floodwater and needs $2,750 to reopen a small grocery stall and support the family.
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For four years I have run a small grocery stall in Auckland. In September, floodwater took a cold-storage unit. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Sunday, 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 $2,750 goes:
• Initial stock: fresh produce: $590
• Shop repairs and licensing: $240
• Replacing a cold-storage unit: $1,920
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
- Melanie
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stay strong, Melanie. Hope you get there
Good luck. Hope this works out for you. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Take care.
best of luck. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend
hang in there, Melanie. Shared it with a few friends. All the best.
Keep going. Shared it with a few friends. After 28 years in nursing I know how hard it's to ask for anything. God bless.
Wishing you peace, Melanie. Shared it with a few friends. Wish I lived closer to Gliwice so I could bring a meal. God bless.
Keep going, Melanie. Your post was clear and honest. I'm in public service myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. God bless
Wishing you peace, Melanie. This could happen to any of us. Please keep us posted
Stay strong, Melanie. Looking forward to the next update. God bless.