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Start-up fund for Francis: reopening a flower stall after a break-in
Francis has run a flower stall for twelve years; a break-in destroyed the equipment, and $600 will put it back on its feet.
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For twelve years I have run a flower stall in Caloocan. In August, a break-in 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 1 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 6 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 $600 goes:
• Replacing display cabinets and a cooler: $360
• Initial stock: seasonal flowers: $65
• Shop repairs and licensing: $110
• Working capital for the first month: $65
Thank you for reading my story.
Updates from Francis
Quick update: $125 raised so far (21%). I made the first payment toward replacing display cabinets and a cooler. Receipts coming as soon as I have them. - Francis
Quick update: $65 raised so far (11%). we've started the first stage. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Caloocan
Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about replacing display cabinets and a cooler, advice is welcome too. Thanks for asking.
Praying for you. Shared it with a few friends. Love from Dundee.
Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Put this on a community board in Philadelphia this morning.