Back to business - Walter's comeback in Dayton
Walter lost display cabinets and a cooler to the demolition of the market and needs $4,650 to reopen a flower stall and support the family.
Updates from Walter
Thank you all. We're at 73% now ($3,402). I'm honestly stunned. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.
Thank you all. We're at 40% now ($1,854). I'm honestly stunned. the first invoice got paid this week.
Update from Dayton: I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. We're at 27% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
- Brooks Whitfield ๐จ๐ฆ ยท $30
- Oliver G. Harris ๐บ๐ธ ยท $30.50
โBe well. This is from my last paycheck, glad to do it. - Grand Rapidsโ
- Delilah C. Spencer ๐บ๐ธ ยท $10
- Kyung-mi Do ๐ฐ๐ท ยท $100
โBlessings. My cousin told me about this one.โ
- Eoin A. O'Connor ๐ฎ๐ช ยท $15
โBlessings. Been where you're, it gets better. - Dublinโ
- Pranav D. Rawat ๐ฎ๐ณ ยท $25
- Satomi Yuna Yamaguchi ๐ฏ๐ต ยท $50
โFrom Yokohama with love.โ
- Anonymous ๐ฉ๐ช ยท $12.50
- Anonymous ๐ณ๐ฌ ยท $25
- Aiden Simmons ๐บ๐ธ ยท $25
โI'm in Austin, thinking of you.โ
- Sultana Miah ๐ฎ๐ณ ยท $20
- Fabiana Natรกlia Amaral ๐ง๐ท ยท $100
- Aisha Kehinde Igwe ๐ณ๐ฌ ยท $5
โWishing you the best. From Lagos with love.โ
- Bello Michael Afolabi ๐ณ๐ฌ ยท $75
- Mackenzie L. Dixon ๐จ๐ฆ ยท $50
- Ian J. Harper ๐ฌ๐ง ยท $25
โHappy to help. Hope the October deadline works out.โ
- Megan K. Chetty ๐ฟ๐ฆ ยท $30
- Sajib Rony Barua ๐ง๐ฉ ยท $5
- Anonymous ๐ฟ๐ฆ ยท $50
- Daniel Lorenz ๐ฉ๐ช ยท $50
Reviews
3.2(22 reviews)Only people who gave to this need, or whose offer to help was accepted, can review it.
- Outstanding person
This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.
- Practical and effective help
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.
- Delivered on promises
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.
- 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.
- Went above and beyond
This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.
- Really cared about my situation
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.
- Outstanding person
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
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.
- Professional and kind
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.
- Exactly what I needed
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.
- Changed my perspective
This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.
- Would recommend to anyone
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.
- Great help in a difficult time
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.
- Truly grateful for the support
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.
- Helped when no one else could
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
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.
- Exceeded expectations
This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.
- Patient and understanding
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.
- Professional and kind
Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.
- Made me feel heard
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.
- Delivered on promises
I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.
- 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.
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Has the equipment quote been checked by the HelpBLESS team?
I sent the equipment quote in when I posted. I'll upload a redacted copy this week. Let me know if you want more detail.
It takes guts to ask. Well done. I'm in social work myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you
How is Walter doing now?
You're not alone, Walter. Hope this works out for you. Put this on a community board in Latina this morning. All the best.
Good luck, Walter. Hope this works out for you. Love from Nairobi
will you pay the supplier directly?
I get the payout and then pay the supplier. Every payment goes in the updates. Thanks for asking.
hang in there, Walter. Small businesses are the heart of Dayton. Hope you're open again soon. All the best.
rooting for you. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I'll check back for the next update.
Stay strong. Hope this works out for you. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day
Best of luck. Looking forward to the next update. Take care
Wishing you peace. This could happen to any of us.