Start-up fund for Madeline: reopening a roadside café after the demolition of the market

For four years I have run a roadside café in Gatineau. In June, the demolition of the market took an espresso machine and grinder. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Thursday, and I employed 1 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 5 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 $2,350 goes: • Replacing an espresso machine and grinder: $1,150 • Initial stock: coffee and pastries: $350 • Shop repairs and licensing: $200 • Working capital for the first month: $650 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.