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Back to business - Gifty's comeback in Tarkwa
Gifty lost three industrial sewing machines to floodwater and needs $350 to reopen a tailoring shop and support the family.
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For three years I have run a tailoring shop in Tarkwa. In May, floodwater took three industrial sewing machines. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Wednesday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 12 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.
I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go.
Where the $350 goes:
• Initial stock: fabric and thread: $125
• Working capital for the first month: $70
• Replacing three industrial sewing machines: $155
Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
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This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.
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