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Start-up fund for Pravin: reopening a small grocery stall after the demolition of the market
A small grocery stall in Soweto needs help replacing a cold-storage unit after the demolition of the market.
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For four years I have run a small grocery stall in Soweto. In December, 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 8 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 $500 goes:
• Replacing a cold-storage unit: $230
• Working capital for the first month: $150
• Shop repairs and licensing: $120
Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
Updates from Pravin
Update from Soweto: I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. We're at 46% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
Thank you all. We're at 34% now ($168). I'm honestly stunned. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.
Quick update: $138 raised so far (28%). I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them. - Pravin
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hope it all works out, Pravin. Hope the shop reopens soon
Rooting for you. Hope you get there. Thinking of Soweto!
good luck, Pravin. Gave what I could, wish it was more. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. God bless.
Praying for you, Pravin. It takes guts to ask. Well done. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Love from Angeles.
Sending good thoughts, Pravin. Shared it with a few friends