Back to business - Donna's comeback in San Francisco
A sewing studio in San Francisco needs help replacing a cutting table and overlocker after a long illness and repossession.
Updates from Donna
Small update. $1,996 so far, the plan for working capital for the first month is now scheduled.
Quick update: $917 raised so far (21%). we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Quick update: $607 raised so far (14%). I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
- Ali Tarık Arslan 🇩🇪 · $500
- Esther Awino Mutua 🇰🇪 · $250
- Naledi S. Adams 🇿🇦 · $100
- Sara Viklund 🇸🇪 · $100
- Suren K. Lombard 🇿🇦 · $100
“Praying for you. I'm in Stellenbosch, thinking of you. - Stellenbosch”
- Leonardo W. Serrano 🇨🇴 · $100
- Suren T. Maharaj 🇿🇦 · $100
“Sending love. From Paarl with love. - Paarl”
- Irene Janet Gyasi 🇬🇭 · $100
- Cường Thắng Ta 🇻🇳 · $100
- Anonymous 🇵🇭 · $100
“Hope it all works out. Hope you get the rest soon. - Bacolod”
- Freya Maja Samuelsson 🇸🇪 · $100
- Alka H. Patel 🇮🇳 · $77
- Jacques K. Adams 🇿🇦 · $75
- Raffaella Caruso 🇮🇹 · $75
- Apio Mushi 🇰🇪 · $70.50
- Divya P. Arora 🇮🇳 · $67
“Hang in there. Please keep us posted. - Kanpur”
- Tanvi G. Shukla 🇨🇦 · $62.50
- Byaruhanga Ouma Mukasa 🇰🇪 · $61
“Get well soon. Thought of Donna all day after reading this. - Nairobi”
- Ángel Cruz 🇲🇽 · $57
“Praying for you. Shared with friends too. - León”
- Willem C. Williams 🇿🇦 · $50
Reviews
3.1(8 reviews)Only people who gave to this need, or whose offer to help was accepted, can review it.
- Patient and understanding
I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.
- Trustworthy helper
This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.
- Quick response, great follow-up
The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.
- Restored my faith in humanity
This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.
- Genuine person with a big heart
I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.
- Professional and kind
I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.
- Quick response, great follow-up
I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.
- Quick response, great follow-up
This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.
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Sending good thoughts, Donna. Shared this with my family. It's not much but it's yours. Love from Bornova.
Wishing you the best, Donna. Your post was clear and honest. Wish I lived closer to Bandung so I could bring a meal. Love from San Diego.
hope this works out for you. Love from Coyoacán
Rooting for you, Donna. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Put this on a community board in Scranton this morning. Thinking of San Francisco.
hope things get better soon, Donna. It takes guts to ask. Well done. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like