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A sewing studio in New Delhi needs help replacing a cutting table and overlocker after a fire in the building.
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For four years I have run a sewing studio in New Delhi. In July, a fire in the building took a cutting table and overlocker. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Wednesday, and I employed 2 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 $500 goes:
• Replacing a cutting table and overlocker: $250
• Initial stock: fabric: $140
• Shop repairs and licensing: $65
• Working capital for the first month: $45
Glad we found this place.
- Rajiv
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You're not alone. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Blessings!
Sending good thoughts, Rajiv. Hope the shop reopens soon. Blessings.
Rooting for you, Rajiv. Shared this with my family. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected.