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Start-up fund for Favour: reopening a street-food cart after floodwater
Favour has run a street-food cart for three years; floodwater destroyed the equipment, and $400 will put it back on its feet.
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For three years I have run a street-food cart in Ikeja. In August, floodwater 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 Monday, and I employed 2 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.
I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go.
Where the $400 goes:
• Replacing a gas stove and two refrigerators: $165
• Initial stock: ingredients: $90
• Shop repairs and licensing: $80
• Working capital for the first month: $65
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
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Wishing you peace. Shared this with my family. I'm in public service myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Take care
Rooting for you, Favour. Small businesses are the heart of Ikeja. Hope you're open again soon. It's not much but it's yours. All the best.
You're not alone, Favour. Your post was clear and honest. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected
Sending love, Favour. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Take care.
keep going, Favour. Hope the shop reopens soon. Love from Mumbai.
so sorry you're going through this. Your post was clear and honest. Greetings from Houston.