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Help Ellie restart a roadside café in Albany after the demolition of the market
Ellie has run a roadside café for fifteen years; the demolition of the market destroyed the equipment, and $3,050 will put it back on its feet.
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For fifteen years I have run a roadside café in Albany. In September, the demolition of the market took an espresso machine and grinder. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Thursday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 10 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 $3,050 goes:
• Replacing an espresso machine and grinder: $1,400
• Initial stock: coffee and pastries: $550
• Shop repairs and licensing: $260
• Working capital for the first month: $840
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- Ellie
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Is there anything that isn't money that would help Ellie?
Shared this with my family. I'll check back for the next update. Love from Gaya.
shared this with my family. Sent it to 20 people at work. Love from Accra.
Your post was clear and honest. I have a 7 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Greetings from Alexandria
sending good thoughts, Ellie. Shared this with my family. Don't be hard on yourself for asking.
Hope things get better soon, Ellie. Shared it with a few friends.
thinking of you and your family. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up.