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Dina needs a cold-storage unit to reopen a small grocery stall

Dina lost a cold-storage unit to a long illness and repossession and needs $3,600 to reopen a small grocery stall and support the family.

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Dina Hana Aziz
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Red Deer
For three years I have run a small grocery stall in Red Deer. In August, a long illness and repossession took a cold-storage unit. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Thursday, and I employed 3 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 $3,600 goes: • Replacing a cold-storage unit: $2,150 • Initial stock: fresh produce: $430 • Shop repairs and licensing: $520 • Working capital for the first month: $500 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.

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Reviews

3.7(6 reviews)

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  • Nyambura Auma Simiyu🇺🇬Verified helper
    Delivered on promises

    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.

  • Farhana Priya Rahman🇧🇩Verified donor
    Genuine person with a big heart

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

  • Liton Hossain Mahmud🇧🇩Verified helper
    Would recommend to anyone

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Aaron L. Cunningham🇬🇧Verified helper
    Made me feel heard

    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.

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    Helped when no one else could

    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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    Honest and trustworthy

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

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  • Good luck. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Greetings from Winston-Salem.

    • sending love, Dina. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Don't give up. Greetings from Colorado Springs

      • Good luck. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Greetings from Kadıköy.

        • Sending good thoughts. Hope the shop reopens soon. I hope November is when things finally get easier. God bless.

          • Sending good thoughts, Dina. I hope things turn around soon. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Take care.

            • Rooting for you. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Wish I lived closer to Dhaka so I could bring a meal. God bless

              • Praying for you, Dina. Hope the shop reopens soon. Love from Kampala

                • Sending love. Shared it with a few friends. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. God bless.

                  • Sending strength, Dina. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Blessings.

                    • I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Love from Buffalo!

                      • You're not alone, Dina. It takes guts to ask. Well done. All the best.

                        • Best of luck, Dina. Shared this with my family.

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