A repair café workshop: a volunteer-led effort in Greensboro
A community-led a repair café workshop at Unity Primary School that will serve 107 neighbors.
Updates from Rosa
Quick update: $1,974 raised so far (53%). I made the first payment toward materials. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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2.6(17 reviews)Only people who gave to this need, or whose offer to help was accepted, can review it.
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is there any paperwork, like the permit, that backs this up?
I sent the permit in when I posted. I'll upload a redacted copy this week. Happy to explain more.
Rooting for you. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did.
when's the deadline? Is September firm?
Wishing you the best. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Take care
Hang in there. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. All the best.
Praying for you. I hope things turn around soon. My husband and I read this together. Love from Lapu-Lapu