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Start-up fund for Hiền: reopening a fish stall after a storm that collapsed the roof

Hiền lost a freezer and scales to a storm that collapsed the roof and needs $3,650 to reopen a fish stall and support the family.

🇦🇺 Sydney, New South Wales, Australia4,328 views
Hiền Diệp Trinh
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Sydney
For six years I have run a fish stall in Sydney. In August, a storm that collapsed the roof took a freezer and scales. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Friday, and I employed 1 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 10 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 $3,650 goes: • Replacing a freezer and scales: $2,050 • Initial stock: the first catch: $880 • Shop repairs and licensing: $350 • Working capital for the first month: $370 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
#small-business#livelihood#restart

Updates from Hiền

  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($883 in total) we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

  2. Small update. $1,499 so far, we've started the first stage.

  3. We're at 48% thanks to 50 of you. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. More news soon.

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  • Laiba Rukhsar Ghani🇵🇰Verified donor
    Genuine person with a big heart

    I was skeptical at first, but this person proved to be reliable and genuinely interested in helping. Their response time was incredible and their solutions were practical.

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    Professional and kind

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

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    Outstanding person

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

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  • Bambang Oky Gozali

    Thinking of you and your family. Hope you make a strong comeback. I'm in retail myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. God bless.

    • Todd W. West

      you're not alone. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Take care.

      • Kyung-soo Seung-woo JinQuestion

        How is Hiền doing now?

        • Tithi Jannat Akter

          Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Greetings from Comilla.

          • Michael Klaus Weber

            Hang in there, Hiền. Your post was clear and honest. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Blessings.

            • Tunde Paul Popoola

              Thanks for sharing this. Hope you make a strong comeback. Sent it to 24 people at work. Take care.

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