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Back to business - Naomi's comeback in Worcester

Naomi has run a laundry service for fifteen years; a storm that collapsed the roof destroyed the equipment, and $4,000 will put it back on its feet.

🇺🇸 Worcester, Massachusetts, United States2,670 views
Naomi K. Gregory
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Worcester
For fifteen years I have run a laundry service in Worcester. 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 Wednesday, and I employed 1 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. I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go. Where the $4,000 goes: • Replacing two washing machines and a dryer: $2,350 • Initial stock: detergent and packaging: $850 • Shop repairs and licensing: $300 • Working capital for the first month: $500 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.

Updates from Naomi

  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($1,531 in total) the plan for working capital for the first month is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

  2. Good news. Because of your gifts ($1,013 in total) the first invoice got paid this week. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

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    “Thinking of you. My cousin told me about this one. - Liverpool”

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    “Been where you are, it gets better. - Nizamabad”

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    “Hang in there. I'm in Fukuoka, thinking of you. - Fukuoka”

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    “Be well. From Hamilton with love. - Hamilton”

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    “Happy to help. Hope the September deadline works out. - Epe”

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    “Thought of Naomi all day after reading this. - Pune”

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    “God bless. Hope you get the rest soon. - Mapo”

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    “Only $50 but hope it helps. - Ankara”

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  • Nabil Qasim Rahman🇪🇬Verified donor
    Great help in a difficult time

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Everett Carter🇺🇸Verified donor
    Made a real difference

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

  • Mona Sawsan Jaber🇪🇬Verified donor
    Delivered on promises

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

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  • wishing you the best. Looking forward to the next update. I have a 15 year old who wants to send good wishes too.

    • Sending love. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I'm in logistics myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Blessings.

      • Praying for you. Gave what I could, wish it was more. It's not much but it's yours. All the best.

        • Sending good thoughts, Naomi. Hope you make a strong comeback. It's not much but it's yours. All the best.

          • Rooting for you. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Put this on a community board in London this morning. Take care

            • Hope it all works out, Naomi. Hope the shop reopens soon. Blessings.

              • So sorry you're going through this. I hope things turn around soon. I'll check back for the next update. Thinking of Worcester.

                • Thinking of you and your family, Naomi. Shared this with my family. Take care!

                  • Take care, Naomi. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. It's not much but it's yours.

                    • Praying for you, Naomi. Your post was clear and honest. I hope September is when things finally get easier. Blessings.

                      • Wishing you the best. Small businesses are the heart of Worcester. Hope you're open again soon.

                        • Wishing you the best. Your post was clear and honest. Wish I lived closer to Quetta so I could bring a meal. Thinking of Worcester

                          • Hope things get better soon. Hope you make a strong comeback. Please keep us posted.

                            • Hang in there, Naomi. Gave what I could, wish it was more. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Greetings from Scranton

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