Skip to content
HelpBLESS
MoneySmall business

Help Jacob restart a roadside café in Ottawa after the demolition of the market

A roadside café in Ottawa needs help replacing an espresso machine and grinder after the demolition of the market.

Anywhere in the world2,623 views
Jacob K. Watson
Email verifiedPassport verified
Ottawa
For twelve years I have run a roadside café in Ottawa. In July, 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 Saturday, and I employed 1 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 $3,200 goes: • Replacing an espresso machine and grinder: $1,400 • Initial stock: coffee and pastries: $400 • Shop repairs and licensing: $560 • Working capital for the first month: $840 I hope life is good to you. - Jacob

Updates from Jacob

No updates yet. Supporters are notified when the owner posts one.

  • Anonymous 🇺🇸 · $20
  • Isaac Yinka Lawal 🇳🇬 · $50
  • Eman Laiba Zardari 🇵🇰 · $5
  • Jameson C. Andrews 🇨🇦 · $10
  • Beau Hawkins 🇺🇸 · $10
  • Noémie Simone Moulin 🇫🇷 · $100
  • Keith J. Owens 🇺🇸 · $50
  • Nyambura Wambui Mwende 🇹🇿 · $30
  • Abubakar Ibrahim Nwachukwu 🇳🇬 · $50
  • Imani Mwakyusa 🇺🇬 · $50
  • Masaru Kouki Kudo 🇯🇵 · $10

    “Happy to help. Thought of Jacob all day after reading this. - Tokyo”

  • Lena Krystyna Duda 🇵🇱 · $15
  • Aarti B. Rathore 🇮🇳 · $50
  • Fernanda Cristiane Dantas 🇧🇷 · $15

    “God bless. My cousin told me about this one. - Uberlândia”

  • Anonymous 🇮🇳 · $25
  • Iwona Iwona Jakubowski 🇵🇱 · $10
  • Carol A. Allen 🇺🇸 · $5

    “Hope this helps. I'm in Tacoma, thinking of you. - Tacoma”

  • Angela J. Cunningham 🇺🇸 · $5

    “Thinking of you. Thought of Jacob all day after reading this. - Bakersfield”

  • Johan M. Fourie 🇿🇦 · $30

    “Be well. Only $30 but hope it helps. - Johannesburg”

  • Giorgia Viola Bellini 🇮🇹 · $76.50

Reviews

3.7(7 reviews)

Only people who gave to this need, or whose offer to help was accepted, can review it.

  • Aurora E. Howell🇬🇧Verified helper
    Very responsive and caring

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Esperanza S. Salazar🇲🇽Verified helper
    Honest and trustworthy

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

  • Lertchai Kamol Ngamsuk🇹🇭Verified donor
    Made a real difference

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

  • Corazon N. Manalo🇵🇭Verified donor
    Practical and effective help

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

  • Larysa Irina Sergeev🇷🇺Verified helper
    Great help in a difficult time

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

  • Aditi N. Chaudhary🇬🇧Verified helper
    Quick response, great follow-up

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

  • Parker P. Jenkins🇺🇸Verified donor
    Practical and effective help

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

Questions & comments

Ask before you give. Email-verified members can comment and ask questions - no donation needed.

Sign in or create a free account to join the conversation.

  • Cecilia R. PangilinanVerified organization

    So sorry you're going through this, Jacob. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier.

    • Thinking of you. I hope things turn around soon. Greetings from Mangaluru.

      • Good luck, Jacob. Hope this works out for you. I have a 5 year old who wants to send good wishes too

        • you're not alone. Hope this works out for you. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Take care!

          • Obinna EzeQuestion

            can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Ottawa!

            • stay strong, Jacob. It takes guts to ask. Well done. All the best.

              • Naveen S. BansalPhoto verified

                Best of luck, Jacob. Small businesses are the heart of Ottawa. Hope you're open again soon. Wish I lived closer to Dallas so I could bring a meal. All the best.

                • Yoga Candra LestariAddress verified

                  Good luck. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My neighbor in Manila donated after I showed her your page. Love from Manila.

                  • Hope it all works out, Jacob. Small businesses are the heart of Ottawa. Hope you're open again soon. Please keep us posted. Love from Dwarka.

                    $3,024.50 raised of $3,200

                    Give

                    More people who need help