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Back to business - Vincenzo's comeback in Venice
Vincenzo lost a freezer and scales to a long illness and repossession and needs $2,450 to reopen a fish stall and support the family.
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For six years I have run a fish stall in Venice. In August, a long illness and repossession took a freezer and scales. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Saturday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 12 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 $2,450 goes:
• Working capital for the first month: $210
• Shop repairs and licensing: $460
• Replacing a freezer and scales: $1,780
With deep gratitude,
Vincenzo
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Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Venice
Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about working capital for the first month, advice is welcome too. It helps to be asked.
Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Thinking of Venice.
sending good thoughts, Vincenzo. This could happen to any of us. Greetings from Sacramento
stay strong. Your post was clear and honest. Love from Casablanca.
Best of luck, Vincenzo. Hope you make a strong comeback. I'm in engineering myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.
Best of luck. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected
Sending love, Vincenzo. Hope you get there.
so sorry you're going through this, Vincenzo. Shared this with my family. All the best.
Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I went through something like this 12 years ago and strangers helped me out. Blessings.