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Start-up fund for Chinedu: reopening a flower stall after floodwater

Chinedu has run a flower stall for fifteen years; floodwater destroyed the equipment, and $250 will put it back on its feet.

🇳🇬 Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria1,717 views
Chinedu Bolaji Popoola
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Ikeja
For fifteen years I have run a flower stall in Ikeja. In January, floodwater took display cabinets and a cooler. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Monday, 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. I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go. Where the $250 goes: • Working capital for the first month: $75 • Shop repairs and licensing: $50 • Initial stock: seasonal flowers: $125 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people. - Chinedu
#small-business#livelihood#restart

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    “Thought of Chinedu all day after reading this.”

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    Reliable and compassionate

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

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    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

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  • Pedro Marcelo Rezende

    Praying for you, Chinedu. Hope you get there. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too.

    • Peace Chidinma Raji

      Hope things get better soon, Chinedu. Small businesses are the heart of Ikeja. Hope you're open again soon!

      • Uwe Krämer

        Wishing you peace, Chinedu. Hope you get there. I'll check back for the next update

        • Nur Gül Tekin

          Your post was clear and honest. My neighbor had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Love from Jakarta Barat.

          • Isuru Nimal Herath

            Thinking of you. Looking forward to the next update. Sent it to 24 people at work. Take care

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