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Start-up fund for Kagiso: reopening a small grocery stall after the demolition of the market
Kagiso lost a cold-storage unit to the demolition of the market and needs $1,250 to reopen a small grocery stall and support the family.
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For fifteen years I have run a small grocery stall in George. In June, 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 Saturday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 7 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: $780
• Initial stock: fresh produce: $190
• Shop repairs and licensing: $85
• Working capital for the first month: $195
Thanks for reading all this.
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Sending love, Kagiso. I hope things turn around soon. Greetings from Seoul
Sending good thoughts. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I hope September is when things finally get easier. All the best
Wishing you the best. This could happen to any of us. God bless