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Start-up fund for Amelia: reopening a street-food cart after a break-in
Amelia lost a gas stove and two refrigerators to a break-in and needs $2,950 to reopen a street-food cart and support the family.
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For three years I have run a street-food cart in London. In April, a break-in 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 Tuesday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 12 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 $2,950 goes:
• Replacing a gas stove and two refrigerators: $1,850
• Initial stock: ingredients: $510
• Shop repairs and licensing: $260
• Working capital for the first month: $330
Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
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Sending strength. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Love from Marrakesh.
Take care, Amelia. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. After 9 years in public service I know how hard it is to ask for anything
Rooting for you, Amelia. Shared it with a few friends.
Thinking of you and your family, Amelia. Hope this works out for you. Blessings
Sending strength, Amelia. Gave what I could, wish it was more.
Your post was clear and honest. Love from Rio de Janeiro.
thinking of you, Amelia. Hope you make a strong comeback. It's not much but it's yours. All the best
best of luck, Amelia. Shared this with my family. Thinking of London
Sending strength, Amelia. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Love from Latina
You're not alone, Amelia. Hope the shop reopens soon. Greetings from Oakland.