San Jose, California – The community came together in a heartwarming display of support for The Giving Pies, a small business owner who found herself in a challenging situation with a major Silicon Valley corporation. Following the unexpected cancellation of an order for 4,000 mini pies for Tesla, the owner, Voahangy Raseterinera, faced uncertainty. However, a recent outpouring of support has turned the tide for her business.
Over the weekend, hundreds of local residents flocked to The Giving Pies to show their solidarity with the small, Black- and woman-owned business. Raseterinera expressed her gratitude for the overwhelming response, noting that the influx of customers and donations from both near and far had been truly remarkable.
In a surprising turn of events, Tesla CEO Elon Musk intervened personally to address the situation. Musk assured that Tesla would rectify the issue with the bakery, and the company followed through on this promise. A Tesla manager offered to cover the costs of the materials Raseterinera had purchased for the canceled order and even proposed a new catering opportunity for 3,600 mini pies for an upcoming women’s day event in March.
Despite the generous offer from Tesla, Raseterinera had to decline the catering job due to the high demand her business was experiencing. She humorously noted that The Giving Pies had depleted their stock of crusts and needed to focus on preparing for Pi Day. While open to collaborating with Tesla in the future, Raseterinera emphasized the importance of fulfilling existing orders first and foremost.
The positive outcome of this ordeal serves as a testament to the power of community support and the resilience of small businesses in overcoming challenges. As The Giving Pies continues to thrive, Raseterinera remains committed to delivering quality products to her loyal customers while keeping her entrepreneurial spirit alive.