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Start-up fund for Russell: reopening a small grocery stall after the demolition of the market
Russell has run a small grocery stall for six years; the demolition of the market destroyed the equipment, and $2,200 will put it back on its feet.
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For six years I have run a small grocery stall in Erie. In November, 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 1 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 $2,200 goes:
• Shop repairs and licensing: $520
• Working capital for the first month: $740
• Replacing a cold-storage unit: $940
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
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Hope things get better soon. Your post was clear and honest. Put this on a community board in Orlando this morning. All the best.
So sorry you're going through this, Russell. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money.
Rooting for you, Russell. Shared this with my family. Greetings from Sylhet.
wishing you peace, Russell. Hope this works out for you. All the best.
You're not alone. I hope things turn around soon. Sent it to 14 people at work.
Thanks for sharing this. Hope the shop reopens soon. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. All the best
Wishing you the best, Russell. Gave what I could, wish it was more. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. All the best.
You're not alone. Hope the shop reopens soon. We're a small family in Austin but we're thinking of you. Blessings.
Sending love, Russell. Looking forward to the next update.
Wishing you peace, Russell. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Greetings from Liverpool.
Sending strength. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too.