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Start-up fund for Benjamin: reopening a small grocery stall after a break-in
A small grocery stall in Louisville needs help replacing a cold-storage unit after a break-in.
🇺🇸 Kentucky, United States3,134 views
For nine years I have run a small grocery stall in Louisville. In August, a break-in took a cold-storage unit. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Sunday, and I employed 1 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 10 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 $3,200 goes:
• Replacing a cold-storage unit: $1,850
• Initial stock: fresh produce: $590
• Shop repairs and licensing: $195
• Working capital for the first month: $565
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- Benjamin
Updates from Benjamin
Thank you all. We're at 49% now ($1,581). I'm honestly stunned. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.
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“Keep your head up. Gave what I could this week. - Gothenburg”
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“Wish I could do more. From Busan with love. - Busan”
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Praying for you, Benjamin. This could happen to any of us. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Take care.
Thinking of you and your family, Benjamin. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My neighbor in Caloocan donated after I showed her your page. All the best
Sending love. Small businesses are the heart of Louisville. Hope you're open again soon.