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Back to business - Hye-jin's comeback in Busan
Hye-jin lost three industrial sewing machines to a break-in and needs $1,950 to reopen a tailoring shop and support the family.
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For fifteen years I have run a tailoring shop in Busan. In November, 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 Sunday, and I employed 1 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 7 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 $1,950 goes:
• Replacing three industrial sewing machines: $900
• Initial stock: fabric and thread: $580
• Shop repairs and licensing: $150
• Working capital for the first month: $320
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
- Hye-jin
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You're not alone, Hye-jin. Hope this works out for you. Blessings
You're not alone, Hye-jin. Hope you get there. Please keep us posted
Stay strong, Hye-jin. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes.