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Samantha needs display cabinets and a cooler to reopen a flower stall

Samantha lost display cabinets and a cooler to a storm that collapsed the roof and needs $3,200 to reopen a flower stall and support the family.

🇺🇸 San Diego, California, United States4,952 views
Samantha T. Vance
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San Diego
For four years I have run a flower stall in San Diego. In June, a storm that collapsed the roof took display cabinets and a cooler. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Wednesday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 3 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 $3,200 goes: • Replacing display cabinets and a cooler: $1,300 • Initial stock: seasonal flowers: $820 • Shop repairs and licensing: $610 • Working capital for the first month: $470 With deep gratitude, Samantha

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  • Samuel Maurício Lacerda🇧🇷Verified helper
    Honest and trustworthy

    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.

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

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  • sending strength, Samantha. Shared it with a few friends. We're a small family in Paris but we're thinking of you. Blessings

    • shared it with a few friends. I have a 7 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Blessings.

      • Small businesses are the heart of San Diego. Hope you're open again soon. Thinking of San Diego.

        • Anjali D. ShuklaPhoto verified

          wishing you the best, Samantha. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Greetings from Mombasa.

          • hope it all works out. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Love from Sheffield.

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