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Back to business - Saraswathi's comeback in Nagpur

A small grocery stall in Nagpur needs help replacing a cold-storage unit after a break-in.

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Saraswathi Srinivasan
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Nagpur
For six years I have run a small grocery stall in Nagpur. In July, 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 Sunday, and I employed 1 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 $350 goes: • Replacing a cold-storage unit: $230 • Working capital for the first month: $50 • Shop repairs and licensing: $70 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.

Updates from Saraswathi

  1. 76% there. I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. Thank you.

  2. Quick update: $218 raised so far (62%). I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  3. Quick update: $148 raised so far (42%). I made the first payment toward shop repairs and licensing. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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Reviews

2.4(12 reviews)

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  • Small businesses are the heart of Nagpur. Hope you're open again soon. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Take care.

    • Good luck. Hope you make a strong comeback. I'm in nursing myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.

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

        • Saraswathi SrinivasanOwnerAnswerID verified

          Thank you. If you're in Nagpur I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Ask me anything else.

      • Thinking of you. Hope this works out for you. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Greetings from Sacramento.

        • Wishing you peace. Gave what I could, wish it was more

          • how is Saraswathi doing now?

            • Praying for you. Your post was clear and honest. Love from Springfield

              • Wishing you peace. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry.

                • Hope the shop reopens soon. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Blessings

                  • I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Take care.

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