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Help Opio restart a roadside café in Mwanza after a storm that collapsed the roof

A roadside café in Mwanza needs help replacing an espresso machine and grinder after a storm that collapsed the roof.

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Opio Joseph Mwende
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Mwanza
For twelve years I have run a roadside café in Mwanza. In July, a storm that collapsed the roof took an espresso machine and grinder. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Sunday, and I employed 1 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 $500 goes: • Replacing an espresso machine and grinder: $320 • Initial stock: coffee and pastries: $65 • Shop repairs and licensing: $75 • Working capital for the first month: $40 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
#small-business#livelihood#restart

Updates from Opio

  1. Quick update: $315 raised so far (63%). we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  2. Quick update: $235 raised so far (47%). the plan for initial stock: coffee and pastries is now scheduled. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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2.5(6 reviews)

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  • Henry Tayo Nwachukwu🇳🇬Verified helper
    Exactly what I needed

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

  • Büşra Derya Önder🇩🇪Verified donor
    Changed my perspective

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Pilar L. Velasco🇪🇸Verified donor
    Went above and beyond

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

  • Randall E. Medina🇦🇺Verified donor
    Restored my faith in humanity

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

  • Beatrice Janet Odhiambo🇰🇪Verified helper
    Helped when no one else could

    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.

  • Krzysztof Sebastian Nowicki🇵🇱Verified donor
    Delivered on promises

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

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  • Juan P. Tapia

    Sending strength. Shared this with my family. My husband and I read this together. Take care!

    • Kennedy CortezPhoto verified

      This could happen to any of us. Put this on a community board in Multan this morning. Blessings

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