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Help Itzel restart a small grocery stall in Columbus after a break-in
Itzel lost a cold-storage unit to a break-in and needs $3,950 to reopen a small grocery stall and support the family.
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For fifteen years I have run a small grocery stall in Columbus. In July, a break-in took a cold-storage unit. 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 3 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 $3,950 goes:
• Replacing a cold-storage unit: $3,100
• Working capital for the first month: $350
• Shop repairs and licensing: $500
I hope life is good to you.
- Itzel
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Sending good thoughts, Itzel. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes
Keep going. Shared it with a few friends. Love from Heliopolis
Best of luck, Itzel. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I'm in retail myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. All the best.
You're not alone, Itzel. Your post was clear and honest. My neighbor in Odesa donated after I showed her your page. All the best
so sorry you're going through this. Hope this works out for you. I hope October is when things finally get easier. All the best
hope it all works out. Small businesses are the heart of Columbus. Hope you're open again soon. Take care.