Out of Luck! Need a Buck!
Please Help Revive My Business After COVID.
Ed is a USMC Veteran and the owner of SalinaJunk.com, which he started in 2012. After working at a construction company for five years as the shop and safety manager, he was laid off. With no luck finding another job, Ed began researching starting a junk removal business and found that nobody was offering this service in his area. He hand-painted two signs, installed them as sideboards on his 1974 Dodge pickup, (see above photo ), and advertised get free appliance removal when customers liked his business on Facebook. "Get FREE Appliance Removal When You "Like Us" on Facebook" in less than a year, he had 1,400 plus Facebook Page "Likes" and sold the broken appliances straight to the iron and metal company.
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Ed used the profits to fix up a small house he had bought, upgrade his truck, and purchase a rundown 3-unit apartment building, which the SalinaJunk crew renovated and sold. Ed and the SalinaJunk crew, do all the renovations to the buildings using as many materials as they can recycle from the junk removal service..
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Ed opened a second-hand store but faced hardship when COVID-19 hit. His income has drastically declined, and he cannot get a bank loan or and covid bailout money to purchase another building, pickup, and trailer they desperately need because Ed's partner disappeared with the truck. Ed woke up his partner was gone and so was the truck. About 60 days later Ed found out his partner had gotten a job as a live-in-home healthcare worker in a city 100 miles away. Ed is selling items that were in inventory for the store that was put in storage when he lost the building he was in because the landlord died then 4 days later his landlord's wife died and the children sold the building and Ed had to be out in 30 days. Ed is using the money from sales of inventory items in storage to help supplement his Social Security. He does not qualify for any Federal assistance because he did not have 4 or more W2 employees. They only hired 1099 workers because they are temporary.
Top Priority
The top priority is to raise enough money to get maxed-out credit cards paid down and purchase a truck and trailer. Then he can work on the other goals of securing a building to live in and operate SalinaJunk.com out of and getting the second-hand store back in business. Ed has been getting calls every week from people and customers wanting to know if the store is open yet.
Building;
Ed is looking for a building to buy instead of rent to put the second-hand store See submitted pictures of a building he is looking into getting.
The building above is an old school he is looking at and is
big enough to have a personal apartment as well as a new second-hand
store on the ground floor. The building sits on almost 1/2 a city
block so as soon as possible he intends to plant a large vegetable
garden and offer fresh vegetables. Also, have a monthly or weekly
flea market and rent space to other vendors as well.
It would be set up with solar panels with a bank of batteries to store energy and also have a whole house power generator backup system that would feed back to the electric company.
A positive impact on the environment.
Waste management is an essential process in our society, and it comes with a variety of benefits. SalinaJunk.com is a waste management company that specializes in junk removal services. Their commitment to proper waste management techniques not only benefits their clients but also has a positive impact on the environment and the local community. Let's take a closer look at the top benefits of waste management.
Environmental Protection:
One of the most significant benefits of waste management is its positive impact on the environment. SalinaJunk.com's efforts to recycle and reuse items instead of sending them to landfills significantly reduce the environmental impact of waste disposal. This reduces greenhouse gas emissions, conserves resources, and minimizes pollution.
Job Creation:
Waste management companies like SalinaJunk.com provide jobs for people in the local community. This includes men at the Mission who are doing junk removal, painting, and mowing. Waste management companies also support the recycling industry, which creates additional jobs in areas such as sorting, processing, and transportation.
Public Health and Safety:
Proper waste management techniques help to maintain public health and safety. Unmanaged waste can attract pests, create unpleasant odors, and contaminate soil and water. SalinaJunk.com's services help to prevent these issues and keep the community safe and healthy.
Resource Conservation:
Waste management involves the conservation of resources. Recycling and reusing items reduce the need for new raw materials, which helps to conserve natural resources such as trees, water, and minerals. This has a positive impact on the environment and can also lead to cost savings for businesses and individuals.
Reduced Costs:
Proper waste management can help to reduce costs associated with waste disposal. By recycling and reusing items, waste management companies like SalinaJunk.com can lower their own operating costs and pass those savings on to their clients.
In conclusion, waste management is an essential process that has many benefits. SalinaJunk.com's commitment to proper waste management techniques benefits the environment, the local community, and its clients. By recycling and reusing items instead of sending them to the landfill, they reduce the environmental impact of waste disposal, create jobs, and help to maintain public health and safety. Waste management also conserves resources and can lead to cost savings for businesses and individuals.
The top benefits of donating to Ed’s campaign are:
Supporting a veteran small business owner: Ed has been running his business for over a decade and has proven himself a successful entrepreneur. By donating to his campaign, you can help him continue to support himself and his community.
Helping to reduce waste:
Ed’s business helps to reduce waste by properly disposing of appliances and other unwanted items. By supporting his business, you are also helping to reduce waste and promote sustainability.
Encouraging economic growth:
Small businesses are the backbone of the economy, and by supporting Ed’s business, you can help encourage economic growth in his community. This can lead to more jobs and higher quality of life for residents.
Promoting entrepreneurship:
Starting a business can be difficult, especially for those who face financial hardship. By supporting Ed, you can help promote entrepreneurship and inspire others to follow their dreams.
Making a positive impact:
Your donation can make a positive impact on Ed’s life and his community. By helping him revive his business, you are contributing to something meaningful and beneficial.
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hear from you today, Thank You Very Much!
Testimonials
SalinaJunk's Facebook Page had over 14000 "Likes" in the first year.
https://www.facebook.com/SalinaJunk/reviews
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