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Start-up fund for Jacob: reopening a flower stall after a fire in the building
Jacob lost display cabinets and a cooler to a fire in the building and needs $3,400 to reopen a flower stall and support the family.
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For nine years I have run a flower stall in San Diego. In May, a fire in the building took display cabinets and a cooler. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Tuesday, and I employed 2 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 $3,400 goes:
• Replacing display cabinets and a cooler: $1,650
• Initial stock: seasonal flowers: $650
• Shop repairs and licensing: $510
• Working capital for the first month: $590
I hope life is good to you.
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Thinking of you. Shared it with a few friends. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. All the best.