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Start-up fund for Pankaj: reopening a flower stall after a break-in
A flower stall in Madurai needs help replacing display cabinets and a cooler after a break-in.
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For six years I have run a flower stall in Madurai. In March, 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 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 6 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.
I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go.
Where the $650 goes:
• Replacing display cabinets and a cooler: $430
• Initial stock: seasonal flowers: $120
• Shop repairs and licensing: $65
• Working capital for the first month: $35
If you're reading this, thank you.
- Pankaj
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We're at 22% thanks to 7 of you. I made the first payment toward initial stock: seasonal flowers. More news soon.
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Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Greetings from Québec.