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

A flower stall in Petrópolis needs help replacing display cabinets and a cooler after floodwater.

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Petrópolis

For fifteen years I have run a flower stall in Petrópolis. In May, 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 Sunday, and I employed 3 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. Once I'm back on my feet I plan to hire back the people I had to let go. Where the $1,000 goes: • Replacing display cabinets and a cooler: $570 • Initial stock: seasonal flowers: $100 • Shop repairs and licensing: $155 • Working capital for the first month: $175 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.

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Updates from Fernando

Thank you all. We're at 59% now ($589). I'm honestly stunned. the plan for shop repairs and licensing is now scheduled.

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Iván A. SánchezPhoto verified
take care. This could happen to any of us. It's not much but it's yours. God bless
Lorena B. Delgado
take care, Fernando. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Blessings

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