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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.

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Walter Whitaker
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Dayton
For nine years I have run a flower stall in Dayton. In August, the demolition of the market took display cabinets and a cooler. 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 3 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 $4,650 goes: • Working capital for the first month: $750 • Shop repairs and licensing: $490 • Replacing display cabinets and a cooler: $3,410 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it. - Walter

Updates from Walter

  1. Thank you all. We're at 73% now ($3,402). I'm honestly stunned. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.

  2. Thank you all. We're at 40% now ($1,854). I'm honestly stunned. the first invoice got paid this week.

  3. 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.

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  • Humaira Nida LodhiQuestionPhoto verified

    Has the equipment quote been checked by the HelpBLESS team?

    • Walter WhitakerOwnerAnswer

      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?

            • Walter WhitakerOwnerAnswer

              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.

              • Isaiah E. WellsID verified

                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.

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