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A tailoring shop in Lagos needs help replacing three industrial sewing machines after a break-in.
🇳🇬 100275, Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria1,117 views
For twelve years I have run a tailoring shop in Lagos. In July, a break-in took three industrial sewing machines. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Tuesday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 4 weeks.
This business pays my children's school fees and rent. I have already started working from home in small ways, but I can't meet orders without proper equipment.
Every contribution brings me closer to reopening, and I promise to post photos as I buy each item.
Once I'm back on my feet I plan to hire back the people I had to let go.
Where the $450 goes:
• Replacing three industrial sewing machines: $190
• Initial stock: fabric and thread: $115
• Shop repairs and licensing: $30
• Working capital for the first month: $115
Thank you so much.
Updates from Ebuka
53% there. I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. Thank you.
Quick update: $129 raised so far (29%). I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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Wishing you the best, Ebuka. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Love from Taguig
Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Ebuka
Everything on the list is an amount I've been quoted or invoiced. replacing three industrial sewing machines comes first ($190) and I'll update the page as each thing gets paid. Fair thing to want to know.
Best of luck, Ebuka. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My neighbor in Cleveland donated after I showed her your page. All the best.
Best of luck, Ebuka. Small businesses are the heart of Lagos. Hope you're open again soon. Sent it to 38 people at work. Love from Warri.
Thinking of you and your family, Ebuka. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. My husband and I read this together
Rooting for you. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My neighbor in Tlaquepaque donated after I showed her your page. Thinking of Lagos