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Soledad needs an espresso machine and grinder to reopen a roadside café
A roadside café in Xalapa needs help replacing an espresso machine and grinder after the demolition of the market.
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For fifteen years I have run a roadside café in Xalapa. In September, the demolition of the market took an espresso machine and grinder. 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 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.
Once I'm back on my feet I plan to hire back the people I had to let go.
Where the $1,300 goes:
• Replacing an espresso machine and grinder: $780
• Initial stock: coffee and pastries: $210
• Shop repairs and licensing: $105
• Working capital for the first month: $205
If you're reading this, thank you.
- Soledad
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sending strength, Soledad. Hope this works out for you. My neighbor in Mukono donated after I showed her your page. All the best.