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David needs an espresso machine and grinder to reopen a roadside café

David lost an espresso machine and grinder to a storm that collapsed the roof and needs $3,950 to reopen a roadside café and support the family.

🇺🇸 Oakland, California, United States1,884 views
David P. Bates
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Oakland
For fifteen years I have run a roadside café in Oakland. In February, a storm that collapsed the roof took an espresso machine and grinder. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Friday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 5 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. Once I'm back on my feet I plan to hire back the people I had to let go. Where the $3,950 goes: • Initial stock: coffee and pastries: $860 • Working capital for the first month: $610 • Replacing an espresso machine and grinder: $2,480 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure. - David

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3.6(7 reviews)

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    Practical and effective help

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

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    Helped when no one else could

    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.

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    Delivered on promises

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

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    Really cared about my situation

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  • hope it all works out, David. This could happen to any of us. My husband and I read this together. Greetings from Nairobi.

    • Gloria K. KelleyID verified

      Hope things get better soon, David. Hope the shop reopens soon.

      • Sending good thoughts. Hope the shop reopens soon. My neighbor in Lapu-Lapu donated after I showed her your page. Blessings.

        • So sorry you're going through this, David. Hope you get there. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust

          • Thinking of you, David. Looking forward to the next update. Wish I lived closer to Berlin so I could bring a meal

            • you're not alone, David. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I'll check back for the next update. Blessings

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