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Cristina needs three industrial sewing machines to reopen a tailoring shop
A tailoring shop in Ciudad de México needs help replacing three industrial sewing machines after a storm that collapsed the roof.
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For six years I have run a tailoring shop in Ciudad de México. In August, 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 Monday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 4 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 $1,150 goes:
• Replacing three industrial sewing machines: $570
• Initial stock: fabric and thread: $180
• Shop repairs and licensing: $190
• Working capital for the first month: $210
If you're reading this, thank you.
Updates from Cristina
Wanted to say thank you properly. 81% funded and we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. - Cristina
Small update. $499 so far, I made the first payment toward shop repairs and licensing.
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“From my family to yours. Only $10 but hope it helps. - Bekasi”
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“Rooting for you. Thought of Cristina all day after reading this. - Palermo”
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“Hope it all works out. Thought of Cristina all day after reading this. - New Delhi”
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stay strong, Cristina. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Thinking of Ciudad de México.
You're not alone, Cristina. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. All the best
Small businesses are the heart of Ciudad de México. Hope you're open again soon. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Blessings.
Thinking of you and your family, Cristina. Hope the shop reopens soon. Greetings from 6th of October City.