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Start-up fund for Ximena: reopening a neighborhood bakery after the demolition of the market

Ximena has run a neighborhood bakery for four years; the demolition of the market destroyed the equipment, and $450 will put it back on its feet.

🇲🇽 Veracruz, Mexico303 views
Ximena S. Torres
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Xalapa
For four years I have run a neighborhood bakery in Xalapa. In July, the demolition of the market took a commercial oven. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Saturday, and I employed 3 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 $450 goes: • Working capital for the first month: $195 • Shop repairs and licensing: $95 • Initial stock: flour, butter and sugar: $160 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to. - Ximena
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  • Vishal D. Nanda

    I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. God bless!

    • Zawadi Adhiambo Karanja

      Hope it all works out, Ximena. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. After 21 years in hospitality I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Blessings

      • Nalini K. Smith

        Hope things get better soon, Ximena. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend.

        • Himari Mariko HaradaID verified

          Sending love, Ximena. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Please keep us posted

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