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Back to business - Paula's comeback in San Francisco
Paula lost a cold-storage unit to a break-in and needs $3,050 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 San Francisco. In May, 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 Wednesday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 4 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 $3,050 goes:
• Replacing a cold-storage unit: $1,100
• Initial stock: fresh produce: $930
• Shop repairs and licensing: $590
• Working capital for the first month: $430
Every share and every dollar helps.
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“Get well soon. Only $30 but hope it helps. - Wellington”
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“Thought of Paula all day after reading this. - Dayton”
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“Hope it all works out. Hope the August deadline works out. - Glendale”
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Sending strength, Paula. Hope this works out for you. My neighbor in Narayanganj donated after I showed her your page. Take care
I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. After 20 years in farming I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Blessings.
You're not alone, Paula. Small businesses are the heart of San Francisco. Hope you're open again soon. I'll check back for the next update. Take care.
Take care, Paula. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My husband and I read this together. God bless.
Wishing you the best, Paula. Small businesses are the heart of San Francisco. Hope you're open again soon. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. God bless
Rooting for you, Paula. Shared it with a few friends. Put this on a community board in San Jose this morning.
Good luck, Paula. I hope things turn around soon. Sent it to 39 people at work. God bless
Thinking of you, Paula. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did.
This could happen to any of us. Love from Rohini.
Thinking of you and your family. Looking forward to the next update. After 26 years in farming I know how hard it is to ask for anything. Love from Thrissur.