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Start-up fund for Thomas: reopening a fish stall after a break-in
Thomas lost a freezer and scales to a break-in and needs $3,900 to reopen a fish stall and support the family.
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For nine years I have run a fish stall in Detroit. In November, a break-in took a freezer and scales. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Sunday, and I employed 2 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.
I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go.
Where the $3,900 goes:
• Replacing a freezer and scales: $2,550
• Initial stock: the first catch: $440
• Shop repairs and licensing: $690
• Working capital for the first month: $220
Thanks for being kind about this.
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Wishing you the best, Thomas. Looking forward to the next update. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. All the best.
You're not alone, Thomas. This could happen to any of us. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money
So sorry you're going through this. Hope you make a strong comeback. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Thinking of Detroit
sending strength. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Blessings
Take care. Hope the shop reopens soon. My neighbor had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Take care.