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Back to business - Lucas's comeback in São Paulo
Lucas has run a laundry service for four years; a storm that collapsed the roof destroyed the equipment, and $1,250 will put it back on its feet.
🇧🇷 São Paulo, Brazil2,324 views
For four years I have run a laundry service in São Paulo. In July, 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 Tuesday, and I employed 2 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 $1,250 goes:
• Replacing two washing machines and a dryer: $880
• Initial stock: detergent and packaging: $155
• Shop repairs and licensing: $95
• Working capital for the first month: $120
I hope life is good to you.
Updates from Lucas
40% there. I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. Thank you.
We're at 29% thanks to 10 of you. we've started the first stage. More news soon.
Quick update: $231 raised so far (18%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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Best of luck, Lucas. Shared it with a few friends.
Wishing you the best, Lucas. Hope you make a strong comeback. Sent it to 16 people at work. God bless
Hope it all works out. I hope things turn around soon. Thinking of São Paulo.
Hope you make a strong comeback. I'm in hospitality myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Greetings from Campinas
Keep going, Lucas. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Take care!
So sorry you're going through this, Lucas. Hope this works out for you. Take care.
sending good thoughts, Lucas. Hope the shop reopens soon. Please keep us posted
Sending strength, Lucas. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. All the best
Looking forward to the next update. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Love from Caloocan.
Stay strong, Lucas. Shared it with a few friends
Sending strength, Lucas. Hope you make a strong comeback. Love from Saint Paul