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Hi Richard, I'd like to donate towards retiring the debt you've personally guaranteed. How can I do this?

Thanks for trying, it's more than most do. My genuine condolences you were unable to maintain traction due to the macro.

(agree with 0des' sibling comment, hibernate the effort vs this being the death of it)

>>toomuc+(OP)
Just to state the obvious, do this after he's negotiated down any debts if possible.

>>toomuc+(OP)
Same. GoFundMe?

>>toomuc+(OP)
I'd be up for helping with this as well

>>mikeki+z7
Same. Richard, you & your startup were one of the most memorable from our batch. So sorry to hear this news. I suspect there are other founders that feel the way Mike and I do.

>>toomuc+(OP)
Does advertising your willingness publicly make it harder for him to negotiate?

>>polio+X8
^ Good question. I'm wondering this as well. Curiosity is a good thing, especially on HN.

>>polio+X8
In anice world, it it could also serve as an example and help with negotiating.

Depends who gave the money.

>>mikeki+z7
+1. Would strongly encourage a gofundme for this. I know many HNers including myself would be happy to pitch in to help retire any debt you have remaining from this.

>>toomuc+(OP)
Hi Richard - I'd like to donate as well to help you retire your debt.

I'm sorry the company didn't work out but I am so happy there are people like you in this world doing such a good thing. I hope there is a way to resurrect your project in future.

>>toomuc+(OP)
Thanks, Too, for your kind offer. I don't think I could accept charity, but am gratified by the offer. Richard

>>seehaf+M8
Thank you, brother

>>JustAR+9k
Thanks but I'm going to gratefully decline.