Hi, my name is Bob Nobuyuki Katayama, and I'm a web developer and food writer from Toronto, Canada. I'd like to share my story with you.
I'm currently working on two exciting projects that I believe will be the foundation of my future.
My first project is winfaq, which is 85% complete and is my top priority. It's a website that shares one simple, actionable tip each day to help you win the day. My passion project is umamidujour, which I will build next. Umami du Jour will combine reviews of ramen restaurants and ramen recipes, eventually expanding into other Japanese cuisine. You can see all my work and progress on my main portal, nobuyuki.
I am so close to launching these, but being unemployed has made it impossible to give them the final, focused push they need. That's why I'm humbly asking for your help.
I'm raising $10,000 to give myself a critical 3-month runway. This isn't just a handout; it's an investment in a future where I can be self-sufficient. To show you exactly how this investment will be used to build my business and stabilize my situation, here is a detailed breakdown:
Your support will be used for:
Living Expenses (3 Months): $6,500
Rent & Utilities:
- $3,900(3,900(1,300/month)
Groceries:
- $1,200(1,200(400/month)
Phone & Transportation:
- $600(600(200/month) up
Business Essentials (3 Months): $1,500
Web Hosting, Domains & Software: $600
Initial Marketing & Advertising: $900
Platform Fees & Emergency Buffer: $2,000
GoFundMe & Payment Fees (approx. 8%): ~$800
Unexpected Costs (e.g., an urgent repair): ~$1,200
TOTAL CAMPAIGN GOAL: $10,000
If you believe in the power of hard work and want to help someone build their own future, I would be honoured to have your support. Please consider donating to my campaign, or if you can't, a simple share on social media is an incredible way to help.
Thank you for being a part of this first step and for reading to the end.
Bob
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