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Start-up fund for Lucas: reopening a flower stall after a break-in
Lucas has run a flower stall for nine years; a break-in destroyed the equipment, and $1,250 will put it back on its feet.
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For nine years I have run a flower stall in Rio de Janeiro. In August, a break-in took display cabinets and a cooler. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Friday, and I employed 2 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 display cabinets and a cooler: $850
• Initial stock: seasonal flowers: $200
• Shop repairs and licensing: $80
• Working capital for the first month: $120
Thank you for reading my story.
- Lucas
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Sending love, Lucas. Shared it with a few friends. I have a 8 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Take care.
Thinking of you and your family, Lucas. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Thinking of Rio de Janeiro.