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Start-up fund for Josefa: reopening a small grocery stall after a break-in

A small grocery stall in Bucaramanga needs help replacing a cold-storage unit after a break-in.

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Josefa F. Montes
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Bucaramanga
For six years I have run a small grocery stall in Bucaramanga. In June, a break-in took a cold-storage unit. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Tuesday, 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 $1,250 goes: • Replacing a cold-storage unit: $870 • Initial stock: fresh produce: $185 • Shop repairs and licensing: $95 • Working capital for the first month: $100 Thank you for reading my story. - Josefa
#small-business#livelihood#restart

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    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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    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

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    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

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    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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    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.

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  • Esther Eva JacobsID verified

    Rooting for you, Josefa. Your post was clear and honest. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Greetings from Dhaka.

    • Meena L. KapoorPhoto verified

      Thanks for sharing this. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. All the best

      • Simone Luciana Almeida

        Rooting for you, Josefa. Hope this works out for you. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. God bless.

        • Rina Lestari Saputra

          A colleague of mine might know someone for this in Santander. I'll ask around and let you know

          • Bagus Imam Setiawan

            praying for you. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. My neighbor in Savannah donated after I showed her your page. All the best

            • Reza Budi Tanoto

              Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. It's not much but it's yours. Love from Metz

              • Araceli R. Navarro

                good luck. I hope things turn around soon. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like.

                • Ama Rita FrimpongVerified organization

                  Thanks for sharing this. Your post was clear and honest. Please keep us posted. All the best

                  • Mónica H. Guerrero

                    Sending good thoughts. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Thinking of Bucaramanga

                    • Murilo Wagner Brito

                      Wishing you the best, Josefa. Hope you get there. God bless.

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