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Theodore needs a cold-storage unit to reopen a small grocery stall
Theodore lost a cold-storage unit to floodwater and needs $3,400 to reopen a small grocery stall and support the family.
🇺🇸 California, United States1,855 views
For four years I have run a small grocery stall in Los Angeles. In July, floodwater took a cold-storage unit. 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 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 $3,400 goes:
• Replacing a cold-storage unit: $2,200
• Initial stock: fresh produce: $640
• Shop repairs and licensing: $560
If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.
- Theodore
Updates from Theodore
Quick update: $2,021 raised so far (59%). I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Small update. $610 so far, the plan for replacing a cold-storage unit is now scheduled.
Small update. $432 so far, we've started the first stage.
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You're not alone. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Thinking of Los Angeles
thinking of you. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too.
You're not alone, Theodore. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Wish I lived closer to Accra so I could bring a meal. Blessings.
You're not alone, Theodore. Hope the shop reopens soon. Love from Juazeiro do Norte.
Keep going. Hope you get there. Love from Duque de Caxias
Sending love. Shared this with my family. I'll check back for the next update.