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Start-up fund for Juma: reopening a small grocery stall after floodwater
Juma lost a cold-storage unit to floodwater and needs $350 to reopen a small grocery stall and support the family.
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For nine years I have run a small grocery stall in Kasarani. In May, floodwater took a cold-storage unit. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Saturday, 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.
Once I'm back on my feet I plan to hire back the people I had to let go.
Where the $350 goes:
• Shop repairs and licensing: $100
• Initial stock: fresh produce: $135
• Working capital for the first month: $115
If you're reading this, thank you.
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- Valentina G. Lambert 🇺🇸 · $14
“Only $14 but hope it helps. - Columbus”
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