Start-up fund for Enrico: reopening a roadside café after a break-in

For twelve years I have run a roadside café in Brescia. In July, a break-in took an espresso machine and grinder. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Saturday, and I employed 3 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 $3,000 goes: • Replacing an espresso machine and grinder: $1,800 • Initial stock: coffee and pastries: $350 • Shop repairs and licensing: $250 • Working capital for the first month: $600 Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.