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Claudia needs three industrial sewing machines to reopen a tailoring shop
Claudia has run a tailoring shop for four years; a long illness and repossession destroyed the equipment, and $2,500 will put it back on its feet.
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For four years I have run a tailoring shop in Duisburg. In April, a long illness and repossession took three industrial sewing machines. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Monday, and I employed 1 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 6 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 $2,500 goes:
• Replacing three industrial sewing machines: $1,750
• Shop repairs and licensing: $410
• Initial stock: fabric and thread: $340
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
- Claudia
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wishing you peace, Claudia. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. After 27 years in construction I know how hard it's to ask for anything. All the best.
Wishing you the best, Claudia. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Thinking of Duisburg.
Take care, Claudia. Small businesses are the heart of Duisburg. Hope you're open again soon. All the best
Thinking of you and your family, Claudia. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. God bless
wishing you peace, Claudia. I hope things turn around soon. After 6 years in social work I know how hard it's to ask for anything
Take care. Shared this with my family. I hope July is when things finally get easier