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Start-up fund for Gabriella: reopening a small grocery stall after a storm that collapsed the roof
Gabriella has run a small grocery stall for twelve years; a storm that collapsed the roof destroyed the equipment, and $1,500 will put it back on its feet.
🇬🇧 SE14 4JR, London, England, United Kingdom388 views
For twelve years I have run a small grocery stall in London. In August, a storm that collapsed the roof took a cold-storage unit. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Thursday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 8 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 $1,500 goes:
• Replacing a cold-storage unit: $930
• Shop repairs and licensing: $200
• Initial stock: fresh produce: $370
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- Gabriella
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Take care. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Please keep us posted. God bless.