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Start-up fund for Rashmi: reopening a small grocery stall after a fire in the building
A small grocery stall in Thane needs help replacing a cold-storage unit after a fire in the building.
🇮🇳 Thane, Maharashtra, India960 views
For six years I have run a small grocery stall in Thane. In November, a fire in the building took a cold-storage unit. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Tuesday, and I employed 3 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 $350 goes:
• Replacing a cold-storage unit: $195
• Initial stock: fresh produce: $60
• Shop repairs and licensing: $35
• Working capital for the first month: $60
I hope life is good to you.
- Rashmi
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2.0(2 reviews)Only people who gave to this need, or whose offer to help was accepted, can review it.
- Exceeded expectations
I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.
- Went above and beyond
I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.
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