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Deepak needs an espresso machine and grinder to reopen a roadside café
Deepak lost an espresso machine and grinder to floodwater and needs $2,700 to reopen a roadside café and support the family.
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For fifteen years I have run a roadside café in Swansea. In July, floodwater 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 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.
Once I'm back on my feet I plan to hire back the people I had to let go.
Where the $2,700 goes:
• Replacing an espresso machine and grinder: $1,300
• Initial stock: coffee and pastries: $510
• Shop repairs and licensing: $230
• Working capital for the first month: $660
Thanks for reading all this.
- Deepak
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How is Deepak doing now?
Stay strong, Deepak. Small businesses are the heart of Swansea. Hope you're open again soon. It's not much but it's yours.
Hope this works out for you. After 13 years in nursing I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Blessings.
is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Deepak.
Everything on the list is an amount I've been quoted or invoiced. replacing an espresso machine and grinder comes first ($1,300) and I'll update the page as each thing gets paid. Happy to explain more.
Wishing you peace. Shared it with a few friends. I hope September is when things finally get easier.
You're not alone, Deepak. This could happen to any of us. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Greetings from Zapopan
Good luck, Deepak. Shared it with a few friends. Greetings from Makassar.
Is there anything that isn't money that would help Deepak?
Thank you. If you're in Swansea I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. I'll keep the page updated.
hope things get better soon, Deepak. Hope the shop reopens soon. I have a 8 year old who wants to send good wishes too.
best of luck, Deepak. Hope you get there
Thanks for sharing this, Deepak. Hope the shop reopens soon. I'm in accounting myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Love from Thane!
Thanks for sharing this, Deepak. Hope you make a strong comeback
Keep going. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Sent it to 29 people at work. All the best
Good luck, Deepak. Hope this works out for you. All the best.
Keep going. Small businesses are the heart of Swansea. Hope you're open again soon. I have a 10 year old who wants to send good wishes too.