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Murilo needs an espresso machine and grinder to reopen a roadside café
Murilo has run a roadside café for four years; a break-in destroyed the equipment, and $350 will put it back on its feet.
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For four years I have run a roadside café in Campinas. In August, a break-in took an espresso machine and grinder. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Monday, and I employed 2 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 $350 goes:
• Working capital for the first month: $125
• Shop repairs and licensing: $80
• Initial stock: coffee and pastries: $145
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
- Murilo
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is there anything that isn't money that would help Murilo?
Thank you. If you're in Campinas I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. I'll keep the page updated.
So sorry you're going through this. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Don't give up. Thinking of Campinas!
Stay strong. Hope you get there. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Love from Guarulhos