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Help Lorenzo restart a small grocery stall in Milan after a fire in the building
Lorenzo lost a cold-storage unit to a fire in the building and needs $2,350 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 Milan. In June, a fire in the building took a cold-storage unit. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Thursday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 8 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 $2,350 goes:
• Replacing a cold-storage unit: $1,450
• Initial stock: fresh produce: $280
• Shop repairs and licensing: $290
• Working capital for the first month: $330
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
Updates from Lorenzo
Update from Milan: I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. We're at 4% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
3% there. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Thank you. - Lorenzo
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Sending love, Lorenzo. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I'll check back for the next update. Take care
Sending good thoughts, Lorenzo. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Greetings from Girona.
Sending strength. Hope the shop reopens soon. Don't give up. Love from Alexandria.