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Marek has run a bicycle repair shop for twelve years; floodwater destroyed the equipment, and $1,650 will put it back on its feet.

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Bristol, England, United Kingdom1,456 views
Marek Dฤ…browski
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Bristol
For twelve years I have run a bicycle repair shop in Bristol. In August, floodwater took a full set of tools. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Monday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 10 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 $1,650 goes: โ€ข Shop repairs and licensing: $450 โ€ข Initial stock: spare parts: $700 โ€ข Working capital for the first month: $500 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure. - Marek

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