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Bruno needs a cutting table and overlocker to reopen a sewing studio
Bruno lost a cutting table and overlocker to a break-in and needs $800 to reopen a sewing studio and support the family.
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For nine years I have run a sewing studio in Bogotá. In July, a break-in took a cutting table and overlocker. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Sunday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 7 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 $800 goes:
• Replacing a cutting table and overlocker: $350
• Initial stock: fabric: $170
• Shop repairs and licensing: $140
• Working capital for the first month: $140
If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.
- Bruno
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Keep going, Bruno. Gave what I could, wish it was more
wishing you the best. I hope things turn around soon. My neighbor in Tiruchirappalli donated after I showed her your page. Take care!
Hang in there. Small businesses are the heart of Bogotá. Hope you're open again soon. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Take care.
Stay strong. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I'm in public service myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.
Good luck. Hope you get there. Greetings from San Francisco.
praying for you, Bruno. Small businesses are the heart of Bogotá. Hope you're open again soon. I'll check back for the next update. Thinking of Bogotá.
Hope this works out for you. I have a 17 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Thinking of Bogotá.
Thinking of you. Hope the shop reopens soon. Thinking of Bogotá.
sending strength, Bruno. I hope things turn around soon. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double.