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Start-up fund for Selin: reopening a fish stall after a fire in the building

A fish stall in Çankaya needs help replacing a freezer and scales after a fire in the building.

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Selin Seda Şimşek
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Çankaya
For six years I have run a fish stall in Çankaya. In April, a fire in the building took a freezer and scales. 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 10 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 $1,200 goes: • Replacing a freezer and scales: $680 • Initial stock: the first catch: $180 • Shop repairs and licensing: $135 • Working capital for the first month: $205 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.

Updates from Selin

  1. We're at 48% thanks to 11 of you. I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. More news soon.

  • Faisal Zaid Nassar 🇪🇬 · $200

    “Wish I could do more. From Giza with love. - Giza”

  • Rocío R. Quiroga 🇺🇸 · $100
  • Hằng Uyên Ly 🇻🇳 · $100
  • Brandon H. Garza 🇺🇸 · $100
  • Anonymous 🇵🇰 · $59.50
  • Blessing Sade Oyelaran 🇳🇬 · $57
  • Kartika Santoso 🇮🇩 · $55.50
  • Nicole N. Ramos 🇵🇭 · $50
  • Apichart Arthit Wongprasert 🇹🇭 · $50

    “Rooting for you. Thought of Selin all day after reading this.”

  • Patricia F. Herrera 🇲🇽 · $50

    “Good luck. Hope you get the rest soon. - Xalapa”

  • Parker N. Sanchez 🇺🇸 · $50
  • Theodore Le 🇺🇸 · $50
  • Sofía T. Ortiz 🇪🇸 · $25

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

  • Tuhin Rafiq Rashid 🇧🇩 · $25
  • Russell R. McBride 🇺🇸 · $25
  • Sandra Patrícia Gomes 🇧🇷 · $25

    “Wishing you the best. Thought of Selin all day after reading this.”

  • Sarah F. Reed 🇬🇧 · $20
  • Roman F. Greene 🇺🇸 · $15
  • Mwanaisha Sarah Mwende 🇹🇿 · $10
  • Robert T. Nichols 🇨🇦 · $10

Reviews

1.8(6 reviews)

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  • Jihan Okta Hutapea🇮🇩Verified donor
    Helped when no one else could

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Eko Budi Siahaan🇮🇩Verified helper
    Outstanding person

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

  • Hadley Snyder🇬🇧Verified donor
    Made me feel heard

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

  • Mai Phượng Trieu🇻🇳Verified helper
    Delivered on promises

    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.

  • Tommaso Ugo Ferri🇮🇹Verified helper
    Made me feel heard

    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.

  • Nadia Sofia Petrenko🇷🇺Verified donor
    Great help in a difficult time

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

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  • Pavithra T. SubramanianQuestionID verified

    How is Selin doing now?

    • Jackson P. BradyPhoto verified

      keep going. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. After 8 years in teaching I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Thinking of Çankaya.

      • Thanks for sharing this, Selin. Looking forward to the next update. Blessings!

        • You're not alone, Selin. This could happen to any of us. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day

          • Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Sent it to 12 people at work. Blessings.

            • Praying for you, Selin. I hope things turn around soon. Thinking of Çankaya!

              • Hope things get better soon. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Love from Rome.

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