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Gopal needs a gas stove and two refrigerators to reopen a street-food cart
Gopal lost a gas stove and two refrigerators to a storm that collapsed the roof and needs $550 to reopen a street-food cart and support the family.
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For four years I have run a street-food cart in Mumbai. In October, a storm that collapsed the roof took a gas stove and two refrigerators. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Monday, 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.
I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go.
Where the $550 goes:
• Replacing a gas stove and two refrigerators: $340
• Initial stock: ingredients: $45
• Shop repairs and licensing: $60
• Working capital for the first month: $105
I hope life is good to you.
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Hope things get better soon, Gopal. Looking forward to the next update. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. God bless.
thinking of you and your family. Shared this with my family. Greetings from Agra.
So sorry you're going through this, Gopal. Shared it with a few friends. Blessings.
You're not alone, Gopal. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up.
Your post was clear and honest. Sent it to 12 people at work. Thinking of Mumbai.
Stay strong, Gopal. Shared this with my family. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double.