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Start-up fund for Salvador: reopening a flower stall after a storm that collapsed the roof

Salvador lost display cabinets and a cooler to a storm that collapsed the roof and needs $850 to reopen a flower stall and support the family.

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Salvador W. Franco
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Bogotá
For twelve years I have run a flower stall in Bogotá. In June, a storm that collapsed the roof took display cabinets and a cooler. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Wednesday, and I employed 2 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 $850 goes: • Working capital for the first month: $80 • Replacing display cabinets and a cooler: $700 • Initial stock: seasonal flowers: $70 With deep gratitude, Salvador

Updates from Salvador

  1. Update from Bogotá: we've started the first stage. We're at 58% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  2. Quick update: $208 raised so far (24%). we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  3. Quick update: $106 raised so far (12%). I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  • Shima Popy Ghosh 🇮🇳 · $50
  • Lourdes F. Pascual 🇵🇭 · $25

    “From my family to yours. Hope this covers a bit of it. - Mandaue”

  • Anonymous 🇺🇸 · $10
  • Habib Rubel Bose 🇮🇳 · $25
  • Luiz Carlos Gonçalves 🇧🇷 · $38.50
  • Maryam Ghanem 🇸🇦 · $10
  • Vinícius Rocha 🇧🇷 · $15
  • Renata Rosângela Oliveira 🇧🇷 · $25
  • Noémie Juliette Marchal 🇫🇷 · $10
  • Joy Chioma Lawal 🇳🇬 · $10
  • Joshua R. Ramirez 🇵🇭 · $100

    “Every little bit. Only $100 but hope it helps. - Taguig”

  • Anonymous 🇦🇷 · $20

    “Wishing you the best. Thought of Salvador all day after reading this. - Mar del Plata”

  • Anonymous 🇳🇬 · $25
  • Payal A. Arora 🇮🇳 · $5
  • Amal Zahra Mourad 🇪🇬 · $20

    “Good luck. I'm in Heliopolis, thinking of you.”

  • Anonymous 🇬🇭 · $55
  • Anonymous 🇸🇪 · $29.50

    “All the best. Thought of Salvador all day after reading this. - Malmö”

  • Cameron F. Robertson 🇺🇸 · $27
  • Harper E. Woods 🇺🇸 · $21
  • Merel Timmermans 🇳🇱 · $25

    “Every little bit. Please keep us posted. - The Hague”

Reviews

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  • Narayan Roshan Poudel🇳🇵Verified donor
    Very responsive and caring

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Bikash Bikash Aryal🇳🇵Verified helper
    Exceeded expectations

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

  • Thomas Bell🇬🇧Verified helper
    Exceeded expectations

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

  • Uchenna Uche Shittu🇳🇬Verified helper
    Exceeded expectations

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • Patricia G. Bravo🇨🇴Verified donor
    Truly grateful for the support

    I was skeptical at first, but this person proved to be reliable and genuinely interested in helping. Their response time was incredible and their solutions were practical.

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  • Hope you get there. We're a small family in Anaheim but we're thinking of you. Blessings.

    • Hope things get better soon, Salvador. Shared this with my family.

      • Wishing you peace, Salvador. Hope you make a strong comeback. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Thinking of Bogotá

        • Thinking of you, Salvador. This could happen to any of us. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend

          • Hope things get better soon. Hope you get there. I hope August is when things finally get easier. Thinking of Bogotá

            • Hang in there. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Sent it to 35 people at work. Greetings from Medellín.

              • Keep going, Salvador. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. God bless

                • Praying for you, Salvador. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Don't give up. God bless.

                  • You're not alone. Hope you make a strong comeback. My neighbor in Mumbai donated after I showed her your page. All the best.

                    • Hang in there. Shared it with a few friends. All the best!

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