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Long needs a cold-storage unit to reopen a small grocery stall

Long lost a cold-storage unit to a long illness and repossession and needs $1,800 to reopen a small grocery stall and support the family.

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Long Hải Trieu
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Los Angeles
For four years I have run a small grocery stall in Los Angeles. In December, a long illness and repossession 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 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 5 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 $1,800 goes: • Replacing a cold-storage unit: $830 • Initial stock: fresh produce: $460 • Shop repairs and licensing: $510 Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly. - Long
#small-business#livelihood#restart

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  • Osama Salim TawfikPhoto verified

    Thinking of you and your family. Your post was clear and honest. Greetings from Bakersfield.

    • Shirley Callahan

      I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. After 11 years in hospitality I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Thinking of Los Angeles.

      • Marta C. Ruiz

        I hope things turn around soon. Greetings from Kyiv

        • Hadi Kamal Kamel

          Wishing you the best, Long. Your post was clear and honest. I'll check back for the next update. Take care.

          • Zlata Halyna Belov

            Thinking of you and your family, Long. 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. Thinking of Los Angeles.

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