1. Background of the Problem
Phnom Penh is home to thousands of small businesses—street vendors, tailors, mechanics, food sellers, printers, repair shops, and home-based entrepreneurs. These businesses are the backbone of the city’s economy.
However, many entrepreneurs face major barriers:
Lack of capital to buy equipment
Use of old, unsafe, or inefficient tools
Limited productivity and income
Inability to expand or hire workers
High vulnerability to economic shocks
Without proper equipment, even skilled entrepreneurs cannot grow.
2. Impact on Individuals, Families, and Community
When businesses lack equipment:
Families earn just enough to survive, not grow
Children’s education becomes uncertain
Women-led businesses struggle to compete
Youth cannot turn skills into income
Communities remain trapped in informal poverty
Supporting business equipment creates immediate and visible change.
3. Project Purpose
This project aims to empower small businesses in Phnom Penh by providing:
Essential business equipment
Productivity tools
Startup and expansion support
The goal is to help entrepreneurs increase income, stability, and independence.
4. What the Project Includes
The project will provide:
Business Equipment Packages
Sewing machines, food carts, cooking stoves, refrigerators, tools, printers, computers, repair kits.Startup Kits for New Entrepreneurs
Equipment for youth and women starting businesses.Business Expansion Support
Tools for scaling production and improving quality.Basic Business Skills Orientation
Simple training on equipment use, safety, and maintenance.Women & Youth Priority Support
Special focus on women-led and youth-owned businesses.
5. Number of Beneficiaries
300+ small business owners supported annually
Over 1,200 family members indirectly benefited
6. Long-Term Impact
This project will:
Increase household income
Create new jobs
Strengthen local economies
Support women entrepreneurs
Reduce urban poverty
Promote self-reliance and dignity
7. Why Donor Support Matters
Your support gives entrepreneurs tools, not handouts.
With the right equipment, a small business can grow into a stable source of income for years. Your donation helps families stand on their own and build a future with confidence.