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Help Brian restart a roadside café in London after floodwater
Brian lost an espresso machine and grinder to floodwater and needs $2,900 to reopen a roadside café and support the family.
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For three years I have run a roadside café in London. In August, 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 Tuesday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 4 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 $2,900 goes:
• Replacing an espresso machine and grinder: $2,050
• Shop repairs and licensing: $570
• Working capital for the first month: $280
With deep gratitude,
Brian
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Hope you make a strong comeback. I'm in teaching myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Blessings
Small businesses are the heart of London. Hope you're open again soon. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Take care.
you're not alone, Brian. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Sent it to 14 people at work.
stay strong, Brian. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My neighbor had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Greetings from Bogor.
Wishing you peace, Brian. Shared it with a few friends. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Take care.
This could happen to any of us. It's not much but it's yours. Love from Padua.
Good luck, Brian. Hope you make a strong comeback. God bless.