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Back to business - Isabelle's comeback in Cambridge
Isabelle lost two washing machines and a dryer to a storm that collapsed the roof and needs $3,050 to reopen a laundry service and support the family.
🇺🇸 02195, Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States2,776 views
For fifteen years I have run a laundry service in Cambridge. In August, a storm that collapsed the roof took two washing machines and a dryer. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Sunday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 8 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 $3,050 goes:
• Replacing two washing machines and a dryer: $1,650
• Initial stock: detergent and packaging: $690
• Shop repairs and licensing: $320
• Working capital for the first month: $390
Every share and every dollar helps.
- Isabelle
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hope things get better soon, Isabelle. Shared this with my family. Take care.
Shared this with my family. Thinking of Cambridge
praying for you. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Love from Ballarat
Sending strength, Isabelle. I hope things turn around soon. All the best
Good luck, Isabelle. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I have a 7 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Greetings from Montréal.
You're not alone. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Thinking of Cambridge