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Back to business - Madeline's comeback in Liverpool

Madeline lost two washing machines and a dryer to the demolition of the market and needs $1,900 to reopen a laundry service and support the family.

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Madeline E. Vega
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Liverpool
For fifteen years I have run a laundry service in Liverpool. In June, the demolition of the market 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 Monday, 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 $1,900 goes: • Initial stock: detergent and packaging: $580 • Shop repairs and licensing: $590 • Working capital for the first month: $730 Glad we found this place.
#small-business#livelihood#restart

Updates from Madeline

  1. Quick update: $885 raised so far (47%). I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  2. 26% there. I made the first payment toward initial stock: detergent and packaging. Thank you.

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  • Kylie F. Hunt

    Hope things get better soon, Madeline. Small businesses are the heart of Liverpool. Hope you're open again soon.

    • Maverick WallaceID verified

      Hope it all works out, Madeline. Hope you make a strong comeback. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. All the best.

      • Anita D. Gurjar

        Stay strong, Madeline. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did

        • Ariana E. Stephens

          Hang in there, Madeline. Hope you get there. Blessings!

          • Gerald E. PenaAddress verified

            Hang in there, Madeline. Hope you make a strong comeback. I went through something like this 11 years ago and strangers helped me out

            • Camila Adriana Borges

              Hang in there. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Don't give up. Take care.

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