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Start-up fund for Tiffany: reopening a roadside café after a break-in
Tiffany lost an espresso machine and grinder to a break-in and needs $3,450 to reopen a roadside café and support the family.
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For three years I have run a roadside café in Dallas. In February, a break-in took an espresso machine and grinder. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Thursday, and I employed 1 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 6 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 $3,450 goes:
• Replacing an espresso machine and grinder: $1,900
• Initial stock: coffee and pastries: $960
• Shop repairs and licensing: $230
• Working capital for the first month: $360
I hope life is good to you.
Updates from Tiffany
We're at 15% thanks to 22 of you. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. More news soon.
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Hope it all works out, Tiffany. Hope this works out for you. All the best
Hang in there, Tiffany. Hope you make a strong comeback. I'm in accounting myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.
So sorry you're going through this. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Thinking of Dallas.
hope it all works out, Tiffany. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Sent it to 38 people at work. Love from Springfield.
hope things get better soon, Tiffany. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. All the best.
thanks for sharing this, Tiffany. Shared it with a few friends. All the best.