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Start-up fund for Jacob: reopening a small grocery stall after the demolition of the market

Jacob lost a cold-storage unit to the demolition of the market and needs $4,350 to reopen a small grocery stall and support the family.

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Jacob N. Hughes
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Charlotte
For four years I have run a small grocery stall in Charlotte. In December, the demolition of the market took a cold-storage unit. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Sunday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 3 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 $4,350 goes: • Replacing a cold-storage unit: $2,800 • Initial stock: fresh produce: $670 • Shop repairs and licensing: $570 • Working capital for the first month: $310 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support. - Jacob
#small-business#livelihood#restart

Updates from Jacob

  1. Update from Charlotte: we've started the first stage. We're at 5% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  2. Update from Charlotte: I made the first payment toward replacing a cold-storage unit. We're at 4% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

Donations

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  • Ella K. Greene 🇬🇧 · $10
  • Meena R. Awasthi 🇮🇳 · $50
  • Hiba Abbas 🇲🇦 · $25
  • João Carlos Lacerda 🇧🇷 · $10
  • Olga Lazaridis 🇬🇷 · $25
  • Muthoni Atim Otieno 🇺🇬 · $166

    “Rooting for you. Thought of Jacob all day after reading this. - Mukono”

  • Sumbal Samina Yousafzai 🇵🇰 · $15

    “Best of luck. Only $15 but hope it helps. - Faisalabad”

  • Queen Ronke Yakubu 🇳🇬 · $100
  • Laura Giovanna Costa 🇮🇹 · $20

    “Happy to help. Hope the February deadline works out. - Latina”

  • Marina Halyna Kravchenko 🇷🇺 · $50
  • Emma Fontaine 🇫🇷 · $25

    “Thought of Jacob all day after reading this. - Poitiers”

Reviews

2.5(4 reviews)

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  • Vijay R. Sastry🇮🇳Verified donor
    Amazing support system

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

  • Emilia Ingrid Brandt🇩🇪Verified donor
    Made a real difference

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

  • Mwanaisha Nafula Omondi🇹🇿Verified donor
    Restored my faith in humanity

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

  • Rolando W. Velasco🇵🇭Verified helper
    Exceptional service

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

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  • Kingsley Femi Fashola

    hope it all works out, Jacob. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Please keep us posted. God bless

    • Silas R. Singh

      Sending strength, Jacob. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I'll check back for the next update.

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