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Start-up fund for Gilbert: reopening a flower stall after the demolition of the market
Gilbert has run a flower stall for four years; the demolition of the market destroyed the equipment, and $500 will put it back on its feet.
🇵🇭 Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines701 views
For four years I have run a flower stall in Taguig. In March, the demolition of the market 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 1 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.
I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go.
Where the $500 goes:
• Replacing display cabinets and a cooler: $190
• Initial stock: seasonal flowers: $145
• Shop repairs and licensing: $85
• Working capital for the first month: $80
Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
Updates from Gilbert
Wanted to say thank you properly. 43% funded and I made the first payment toward working capital for the first month.
Update from Taguig: we've started the first stage. We're at 17% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
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Rooting for you, Gilbert. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier.