When our restaurants got hit by Hurricane Ida, the flooding completely destroyed our basement full of inventory and fixtures.

– Moon Krapugthong, Owner

Chabaa Thai Bistro

Overview: Chabaa is an intimate Thai BYOB in Manayunk. TMF supported Chabaa Thai Bistro with a $5,000 grant to help them recover from flooding caused by Hurricane Ida.

Impact: “When our restaurants got hit by Hurricane Ida, the flooding completely destroyed our basement full of inventory and fixtures. On top of the hardships due to Covid, we were now also feeling weighed down by the impact of the hurricane and in total despair until TMF came to our rescue. With the grant funds, we were able to properly clean up, replenish our inventory, and get back on our feet again knowing that there are helping hands out there supporting us through the hardest of times” – Moon Krapugthong, Owner

Chabaa Thai Bistro

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