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Elena needs display cabinets and a cooler to reopen a flower stall
A flower stall in San Jose needs help replacing display cabinets and a cooler after a break-in.
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For six years I have run a flower stall in San Jose. In August, a break-in took display cabinets and a cooler. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Friday, 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.
Once I'm back on my feet I plan to hire back the people I had to let go.
Where the $2,150 goes:
• Replacing display cabinets and a cooler: $1,350
• Working capital for the first month: $590
• Shop repairs and licensing: $210
Glad we found this place.
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Best of luck, Elena. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Blessings.
Thinking of you and your family, Elena. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Take care.
thinking of you. Shared this with my family. Please keep us posted.