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Back to business - Sowmya's comeback in Mumbai

A laundry service in Mumbai needs help replacing two washing machines and a dryer after a fire in the building.

🇮🇳 Mumbai, Maharashtra, India1,519 views

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For three years I have run a laundry service in Mumbai. In March, a fire in the building 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 Thursday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 8 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 $550 goes: • Replacing two washing machines and a dryer: $250 • Initial stock: detergent and packaging: $135 • Shop repairs and licensing: $80 • Working capital for the first month: $85 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.

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