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Caleb needs a full set of tools to reopen a bicycle repair shop

Caleb has run a bicycle repair shop for fifteen years; a fire in the building destroyed the equipment, and $3,850 will put it back on its feet.

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Caleb Little
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Orlando
For fifteen years I have run a bicycle repair shop in Orlando. In August, a fire in the building took a full set of tools. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Saturday, 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. Once I'm back on my feet I plan to hire back the people I had to let go. Where the $3,850 goes: • Replacing a full set of tools: $2,250 • Initial stock: spare parts: $570 • Shop repairs and licensing: $310 • Working capital for the first month: $720 If you're reading this, thank you.
#small-business#livelihood#restart

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  • Clément Henri David

    Stay strong. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Wish I lived closer to Alexandria so I could bring a meal. Love from Hanoi.

    • Sohel Habib Miah

      Hope it all works out. Looking forward to the next update. Greetings from Buffalo

      • Efe ÇiftçiID verified

        take care. Your post was clear and honest. All the best

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