Puna Ice | Application Preview
Puna Ice is seeking government grants to support their business with specific funding requests outlined as follows:
1. Purchase of a 2016 Nissan shave ice truck for $71,500.00.
2. Start-up supplies for two months totaling $10,499.52.
3. Menu board setup and related materials costing $239.80.
4. A contingency for miscellaneous or unforeseen expenses of $17,760.68.
The business plan includes expanding the menu within a year to boost profits and the acquisition of an additional shave ice truck within three years. Over a span of 5 to 7 years, there are plans to establish a second truck in Pahoa, Hawaii.
Puna Ice argues that supporting their venture would benefit the community while highlighting the background of the owner, an Air Force veteran with 20 years of service who is 100% disabled. They aim to inspire others, particularly women, by demonstrating that success is achievable despite challenges.
For competitive positioning, Puna Ice acknowledges local competitors like Bob's Shave Ice, Kona Ice, and Lancaster Shave Ice. The mobile nature of their business is seen as a key advantage, allowing them to serve customers directly, particularly in areas underserved by the competition. Additionally, Puna Ice plans to offer unique menu items, incorporating local favorites, setting them apart from competitors focused solely on shave ice.
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General Information
Business Registration Number: 86-2728206
Location: Forney, TX, United States
Length of Operation: 5 years
Number of Employees:
Annual Gross Income:
Annual Gross Expense:
Open to Loans: YES
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Funding Usage
2016 Nissan Shave ice truck: $71,500.00 2 months of start-up supplies: $10,499.52 Menu board set-up: $69.90 Menu board magnet symbols: $69.90 Menu board flavor magnets: $100.00 Misc/unforeseen expenses: $17,760.68 -
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Business Plan
I will add more menu items in a year which will increase my gains. After 3 years I will acquire another shave ice truck. In 5-7 years i plan on having a shave ice truck in Pahoa Hawaii as well. I have a solid business plan that enhances the community. I am a Air Force veteran who retired after 20 years of service and I’m 100% disabled, I will definitely serve as an example to women that anything is possible regardless of age and limitations. Seriously, you would be doing me a favor by helping me reclaim my life successfully. Help me help myself.
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Self Identified Competition
1- Bob’s shave ice (building) 2 - Kona ice -North Garland 3 - Lancaster shave ice 1 - Bob’s shave ice is close but it’s a building. Being mobile gives me an upper hand, I will go to my customers. 2 - Kona Ice is located 23 miles away leaving many customers in between 3 - Lancaster shave ice is located 25 miles away leaving many customers in between Note: The above competitors sell only shave ice, in addition to shave ice, I will be introducing big islands favorites to my menu.
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