Yesterday members of the Capitol Hill community were overcome by emotion watching our beloved Eastern Market in flames. remembering years past and wondering what comes next. Today, we must focus on something extremely important. While we will miss the shopping, the emotional satisfaction and the neighborhood presence of Eastern Market, at least for the next few months, let us not forget those whose livelihood really depends on this historic landmark.
The vendors are the lifeblood of Eastern Market. Their small businesses suppy the goods, the personality and the character to improve our quality of life. Now, it is their quality of life that is threatened. Let's all come together as a community to support them. Not only do we need to show up in force this weekend to support the outdoor vendors, but we need to assist the indoor vendors, who have lost more than we can even imagine.
The Capitol Hill Community Foundation, run by Nicky Cymrot, has set up a fund to assist the vendors and help them stay afloat until they can reopen their businesses. The building can be rebuilt, but the businesses need our help to weather this storm. Let's do our part to help those who need us the most. To contribute, click here.
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