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Start-up fund for Nolan: reopening a street-food cart after the demolition of the market
A street-food cart in New York needs help replacing a gas stove and two refrigerators after the demolition of the market.
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For fifteen years I have run a street-food cart in New York. In February, the demolition of the market took a gas stove and two refrigerators. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Tuesday, and I employed 2 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 $3,300 goes:
• Replacing a gas stove and two refrigerators: $2,000
• Initial stock: ingredients: $520
• Shop repairs and licensing: $390
• Working capital for the first month: $390
I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
- Nolan
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Hope things get better soon, Nolan. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Blessings.
Take care, Nolan. Your post was clear and honest. I'm in logistics myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Take care
Hope this works out for you. Please keep us posted. Thinking of New York.