Be Part of Lemon and Jinja’s Next Chapter!

by Lemon and Jinja in Romsey, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Be Part of Lemon and Jinja’s Next Chapter!

Total raised £1,835

£6,000 target 42 days left
30% 36 supporters
Keep what you raise – this project will receive all pledges made by 17th December 2024 at 11:59pm

Be part of our growth! Help us upgrade our kitchen and expand our product range for a better, zero-waste future.

by Lemon and Jinja in Romsey, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Join Us in Expanding Lemon and Jinja – Your Local Sustainable Refill Store

We are Lemon and Jinja, a passionate local business committed to leading the zero-waste and refill movement. Over five years ago, Jesse founded Lemon and Jinja from a spare room, providing our community with sustainable food refills and homeware swaps. Thanks to your incredible support, we’ve grown into the UK’s largest independent refill shop. Our space now includes a plant-based café, working desks, and a vibrant community hub for events.

But we’re not stopping there!

While we’ve made tremendous strides, expanding has come with significant costs. From building our mezzanine to paying double rent during the transition, our commitment to creating a bigger, better space has stretched our resources. Although our business is thriving and you keep us busy every day, the financial pressures have slowed down our ability to grow efficiently.

Until now, we’ve always tried to use shop revenue, along with grants, to fund our growth. However, we’ve now reached a sticking point and need your help to move forward.

But we have an answer, with unique match funds available...! 

We are thrilled to share that we’ve received a grant from Test Valley, which will match any funds raised, making your contributions to go twice as far! If we are able to hit our target of £6,000 in donations, this will be worth £12,000 of investment! This is a huge opportunity for us to upgrade, grow and develop. 

That’s why we’re launching this Crowdfunder - to accelerate our expansion and continue serving you, our local community, as the go-to sustainable refill store.

What We Have Funded So Far:

We have already invested in upgrading our website and till system to make shopping faster and more convenient for you. 

Where We Need Your Help:  

We are aiming to raise a minimum of £6,000 through this Crowdfunder. Every pound will go towards helping us grow and enhance your shopping experience, while expanding our community impact. 

Your support will go towards these key areas of improvement:

1. Kitchen Equipment Upgrade and Installation: 

Currently, our kitchen operates with second-hand home appliances, many of which were generously donated by you! However, these have become outdated and inefficient. Upgrading our equipment will not only improve our energy efficiency but also give our chefs the space and tools they need to produce even more delicious, sustainable meals. The installation of the kitchen will be our biggest expense, as it needs to meet commercial standards, ensuring we can scale our café offerings in a safe and efficient way. 

2. Nut Butter Machine:

Right now, we can only offer peanut butter on refill. With a second nut butter machine, costing a whopping £3,000, we can introduce a wider range of nut butters - imagine the possibilities!

By investing in these upgrades, we’ll be able to offer an even greater variety of products, making Lemon and Jinja your one-stop shop for sustainable living.

Thank You!

We truly value every single customer who steps through our doors or shops with us online. Your ongoing support has been the driving force behind our success, and with your help, we’re excited to push through these challenges and continue growing. 

For any donations £20 and above, we will add your name to our donations board to celebrate everyone who helps grow Lemon and Jinja.

Thank you so much for all your donations. Fulfilment dates for most rewards are when the Crowdfunder ends - we have a few early 2025, for any personalised rewards. All bookings and events will be emailed with 2025 redemption dates.

Rewards

This project offers rewards in return for your donation. Please select a reward below.

£5 or more

5% off your shopping

A one-time discount of 5% off all your shopping with us, valid for 6 months.

£10 or more

10% off your shopping

A one-time discount of 10% off all your shopping with us, valid for 6 months.

£15 or more

Have a coffee on us!

You can never say no to a coffee on the house.. Right? Enjoy a free coffee on us!

£40 or more

Coffee and cake for two

Enjoy coffee and cake on us! Bring a friend, or visit us twice.

£50 or more

2 of 10 claimed

A reusable coffee cup and 5 free coffees

Grab a 12oz (suitable for lattes and hot chocolates) keepcup on us - you can choose the colours you like! And enjoy 5 free coffees on us. Refill your cup over and over again.

£50 or more

0 of 20 claimed

Embrace calm: the ultimate aromatherapy bundle

Choose between a variety of scents to pick the aromatherapy perfect for you. The gift set includes soy wax melts, a wax burner and a soy wax candle, hand-poured in the New Forest.

£50 or more

2 of 8 claimed

LIMITED EDITION hand-painted coffee sacks

Add a unique, artistic touch to your space with our limited edition, hand-painted coffee sacks by Jess, Lemon and Jinja’s owner. Each sack is an original work of art, blending sustainability with creativity as Jess repurposes these high-quality, durable coffee bags. Perfect for wall decor or a statement piece, these hand-painted sacks highlight our commitment to eco-conscious artistry.

£60 or more

2 of 15 claimed

LIMITED EDITION Lemon & Jinja tee

Get your hands on a limited-edition tee, designed exclusively by Jess, owner of Lemon and Jinja, just for this Crowdfunder! Join the L&J crew with this unique, oversized tee that combines comfort with style. Perfect for everyday wear, the tops are made from waste cotton and recycled polyester, creating the perfect eco-friendly blend of comfort and sustainability. Soft, durable, and stylish, select your size below and wear your tee with L&J pride!

£75 or more

0 of 20 claimed

Vegan afternoon tea for two

Enjoy afternoon tea for two with us, including fresh, home-made scones, clotted cream and jam, sandwiches, cakes and a hot drink - all vegan! 2025 dates will be released for booking, or take it home to enjoy.

£80 or more

BULK Tony's Chocolonely bars

Stock up on your favourite Tony's Chocolonely flavour with our bulk pack! Perfect for true chocolate lovers, this bundle includes 15 bars of the same flavour, letting you indulge in Tony’s delicious, fair-trade chocolate without running out anytime soon. Whether you're sharing with friends or treating yourself, each bar comes from a brand dedicated to making the chocolate industry 100% slave-free.

£150 or more

0 of 10 claimed

10% off FOR THE YEAR

Get 10% off all of your shopping FOR THE YEAR! This includes any of our products, whether it's refills, gifts or other sustainable swaps. The only exclusions are café and sale items.

£250 or more

1 of 10 claimed

20% off FOR THE YEAR

Get 20% off all of your shopping FOR THE YEAR! This includes any of our products, whether it's refills, gifts or other sustainable swaps. The only exclusions are café and sale items.

£300 or more

0 of 5 claimed

Private boozy painting event for 10

Enjoy a creative evening with a private boozy painting event for up to 10 people! For £300, you can unleash your inner artist while sipping on your favourite drinks in a fun, welcoming environment. Perfect for birthdays, team-building, or simply a night out with friends, this experience includes all painting supplies and guidance. BYOB, and we’ll take care of the rest for an unforgettable, laughter-filled evening!

£500 or more

0 of 10 claimed

Host your event at Lemon and Jinja

A catered evening event for up to 25 people, including non-alcoholic drinks, anytime in 2025, subject to availability.

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