Back to business - Raghavan's comeback in Mumbai
A roadside café in Mumbai needs help replacing an espresso machine and grinder after a long illness and repossession.
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2.9(20 reviews)Only people who gave to this need, or whose offer to help was accepted, can review it.
- Very responsive and caring
The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.
- Practical and effective help
This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.
- Exceptional service
The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.
- Changed my perspective
I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.
- Outstanding person
I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.
- Reliable and compassionate
This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.
- Trustworthy helper
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.
- Made me feel heard
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.
- Truly grateful for the support
The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.
- Changed my perspective
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.
- Patient and understanding
The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.
- Exceeded expectations
I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.
- Reliable and compassionate
I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.
- Professional and kind
I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.
- 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.
- Made a real difference
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.
- Made me feel heard
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.
- Great help in a difficult time
Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.
- 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.
- Truly grateful for the support
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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What's already covered and what's the $400 for?
Working capital for the first month is $85 of it. Everything else is listed in the story and nothing outside that list comes out of this page. Let me know if you want more detail.
Take care. Hope this works out for you. My husband and I read this together.
Thanks for sharing this, Raghavan. Small businesses are the heart of Mumbai. Hope you're open again soon. Blessings.
who gets the funds, you or the supplier?
It comes to me first, then I pay the supplier myself and upload the receipt. I wouldn't be comfortable any other way. Appreciate you taking the time.
Sending love, Raghavan. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money
I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Take care
Is there anything that isn't money that would help Raghavan?
Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about working capital for the first month, advice is welcome too.
Hope things get better soon, Raghavan. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier.
how is Raghavan doing now?
Hope it all works out, Raghavan. Your post was clear and honest. Don't be hard on yourself for asking.
is there any paperwork, like the equipment quote, that backs this up?
so sorry you're going through this, Raghavan. This could happen to any of us. My neighbor in Faisalabad donated after I showed her your page
So sorry you're going through this. Hope this works out for you. I'm in teaching myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Love from Coatzacoalcos
Thanks for sharing this. Shared it with a few friends. Blessings
Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. We're a small family in Brampton but we're thinking of you. Blessings.
hope things get better soon. Hope this works out for you. Take care.
Hope things get better soon. Shared this with my family. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Take care.
Good luck. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Take care.
Rooting for you. Hope you get there. Greetings from Munich.
thanks for sharing this. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Greetings from Kitakyushu
Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I have a 15 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Blessings.
praying for you. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. We're a small family in Salem but we're thinking of you. Love from Salem
Hope things get better soon, Raghavan. Hope the shop reopens soon. Please keep us posted. Thinking of Mumbai.
Sending good thoughts, Raghavan. Shared it with a few friends.