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Start-up fund for Stéphane: reopening a fish stall after a long illness and repossession
A fish stall in Bordeaux needs help replacing a freezer and scales after a long illness and repossession.
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For fifteen years I have run a fish stall in Bordeaux. In July, a long illness and repossession took a freezer and scales. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Friday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 4 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 $1,150 goes:
• Shop repairs and licensing: $260
• Working capital for the first month: $500
• Initial stock: the first catch: $390
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
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Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Stéphane
The list at the bottom is the whole picture. shop repairs and licensing is the biggest at $260. Appreciate you taking the time.
Thanks for sharing this, Stéphane. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. After 6 years in social work I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Take care
wishing you the best, Stéphane. Hope you make a strong comeback. Take care.
Thinking of you and your family, Stéphane. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Love from Iztapalapa.
Keep going, Stéphane. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I went through something like this 5 years ago and strangers helped me out!
Hang in there, Stéphane. Shared it with a few friends. Wish I lived closer to Aberdeen so I could bring a meal. All the best