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Brooklyn needs display cabinets and a cooler to reopen a flower stall
Brooklyn has run a flower stall for nine years; the demolition of the market destroyed the equipment, and $3,550 will put it back on its feet.
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For nine years I have run a flower stall in San Diego. In May, 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 Thursday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 7 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 $3,550 goes:
• Replacing display cabinets and a cooler: $2,400
• Initial stock: seasonal flowers: $260
• Shop repairs and licensing: $450
• Working capital for the first month: $440
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
- Brooklyn
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Rooting for you. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I went through something like this 2 years ago and strangers helped me out. All the best
I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. After 18 years in logistics I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Greetings from Lahore
hope things get better soon. This could happen to any of us. I'm in hospitality myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.
Thanks for sharing this, Brooklyn. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. After 17 years in farming I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Greetings from London.
So sorry you're going through this, Brooklyn. Looking forward to the next update. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. All the best.