Start-up fund for Ezekiel: reopening a flower stall after a fire in the building

For nine years I have run a flower stall in Chicago. In August, a fire in the building took display cabinets and a cooler. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Wednesday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 7 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 $2,750 goes: • Replacing display cabinets and a cooler: $1,300 • Initial stock: seasonal flowers: $510 • Shop repairs and licensing: $690 • Working capital for the first month: $250 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support. - Ezekiel