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Help Zoe restart a street-food cart in Rockford after a break-in

Zoe has run a street-food cart for fifteen years; a break-in destroyed the equipment, and $3,400 will put it back on its feet.

🇺🇸 Rockford, Illinois, United States1,742 views
Zoe R. Stewart
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Rockford
For fifteen years I have run a street-food cart in Rockford. In December, a break-in took a gas stove and two refrigerators. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Wednesday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 4 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. Once I'm back on my feet I plan to hire back the people I had to let go. Where the $3,400 goes: • Replacing a gas stove and two refrigerators: $1,900 • Initial stock: ingredients: $360 • Shop repairs and licensing: $510 • Working capital for the first month: $630 Every share and every dollar helps. - Zoe

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2.8(5 reviews)

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  • Adriana Kelly Martins🇧🇷Verified helper
    Very responsive and caring

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Michael M. Owens🇺🇸Verified helper
    Would recommend to anyone

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • Priscila Carolina Ribeiro🇧🇷Verified helper
    Would recommend to anyone

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

  • Sophie Isa Van der Wal🇳🇱Verified donor
    Exceeded expectations

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

  • Jackson F. Jones🇨🇦Verified helper
    Truly grateful for the support

    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.

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  • Hope it all works out, Zoe. I hope things turn around soon. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Take care

    • So sorry you're going through this, Zoe. Shared this with my family. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Love from Makati.

      • Thinking of you and your family, Zoe. Small businesses are the heart of Rockford. Hope you're open again soon. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it.

        • Shima Ruma IslamPhoto verified

          Hope things get better soon, Zoe. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Thinking of Rockford

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