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Özlem needs a gas stove and two refrigerators to reopen a street-food cart
Özlem lost a gas stove and two refrigerators to a long illness and repossession and needs $800 to reopen a street-food cart and support the family.
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For four years I have run a street-food cart in Kadıköy. In June, a long illness and repossession 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 Sunday, 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 $800 goes:
• Working capital for the first month: $130
• Shop repairs and licensing: $135
• Replacing a gas stove and two refrigerators: $535
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
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How is Özlem doing now?
Thinking of you and your family. Hope this works out for you. Greetings from Laredo.
Thinking of you. Shared this with my family.
Hope it all works out, Özlem. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier.
Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Özlem.
The list at the bottom is the whole picture. working capital for the first month is the biggest at $130. Thanks for looking so closely.
Praying for you, Özlem. Looking forward to the next update. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money
Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Kadıköy
Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about working capital for the first month, advice is welcome too. Appreciate you taking the time.
Sending love, Özlem. Your post was clear and honest. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. All the best.
reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Greetings from Peshawar.
A colleague of mine might know someone for this in Istanbul. I'll ask around and let you know
Sending love. Your post was clear and honest. I'll check back for the next update. Love from Liverpool.