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Back to business - Romeo's comeback in Taguig

A tailoring shop in Taguig needs help replacing three industrial sewing machines after a storm that collapsed the roof.

🇵🇭 1632, Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines1,220 views
Romeo A. Soriano
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Taguig
For twelve years I have run a tailoring shop in Taguig. In September, a storm that collapsed the roof took three industrial sewing machines. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Tuesday, 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. I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go. Where the $500 goes: • Replacing three industrial sewing machines: $210 • Initial stock: fabric and thread: $80 • Shop repairs and licensing: $100 • Working capital for the first month: $110 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.

Updates from Romeo

  1. We're at 73% thanks to 9 of you. I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. More news soon.

  2. Quick update: $166 raised so far (33%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  3. Good news. Because of your gifts ($96 in total) the plan for replacing three industrial sewing machines is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely. - Romeo

  • Ihor Artem Sergeev 🇷🇺 · $75
  • Joya Popy Mukherjee 🇮🇳 · $15
  • Shyam Lama 🇳🇵 · $25
  • Anonymous 🇫🇷 · $5

    “Best of luck. - Poitiers”

  • Joseph S. Ayala 🇦🇺 · $10
  • Rani D. Malhotra 🇮🇳 · $50

    “Stay strong. Hope the December deadline works out. - Muzaffarpur”

  • Camila H. Pérez 🇲🇽 · $5
  • Rubel Jahid Talukder 🇮🇳 · $100
  • Ayesha Afshan Raza 🇵🇰 · $100
  • Femi Isaac Popoola 🇳🇬 · $10
  • Kylie Rice 🇦🇺 · $50
  • Anonymous 🇮🇳 · $10

    “All the best. From Prayagraj with love. - Prayagraj”

  • Théo Brun 🇫🇷 · $25
  • Jahid Mohammad Molla 🇧🇩 · $4
  • Mauricio K. Mendoza 🇺🇸 · $17

    “Wish I could do more. From Fort Collins with love.”

  • Patricia M. Treviño 🇲🇽 · $50

    “Wishing you the best. Only $50 but hope it helps. - Iztapalapa”

Reviews

2.2(5 reviews)

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  • Serhiy Timur Makarov🇷🇺Verified helper
    Made me feel heard

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • Oliwia Alicja Wojciechowski🇵🇱Verified helper
    Very responsive and caring

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

  • Urvashi W. Naik🇮🇳Verified helper
    Quick response, great follow-up

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

  • Milon Mahin Biswas🇧🇩Verified helper
    Helped when no one else could

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Niklas Tim Brandt🇩🇪Verified donor
    Patient and understanding

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

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  • Kevin Salim OdhiamboPhoto verified

    Best of luck, Romeo. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My husband and I read this together. Thinking of Taguig

    • hang in there. Shared this with my family. I went through something like this 2 years ago and strangers helped me out. Greetings from Riverside

      • I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Love from Mumbai

        • good luck, Romeo. Shared it with a few friends. Take care

          • Rooting for you. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Love from Corpus Christi.

            • Wishing you peace, Romeo. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Thinking of Taguig.

              • reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Please keep us posted. Thinking of Taguig.

                • So sorry you're going through this. Hope you make a strong comeback. Greetings from Nairobi.

                  • Karin K. MolefePhoto verified

                    Hope it all works out, Romeo. Hope you get there. I have a 10 year old who wants to send good wishes too

                    • Keep going, Romeo. Small businesses are the heart of Taguig. Hope you're open again soon. God bless

                      • You're not alone, Romeo. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Greetings from Negombo.

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