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Eliane needs two washing machines and a dryer to reopen a laundry service
Eliane lost two washing machines and a dryer to a break-in and needs $1,300 to reopen a laundry service and support the family.
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For four years I have run a laundry service in Caxias do Sul. In November, a break-in 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 Monday, and I employed 1 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 5 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 $1,300 goes:
• Replacing two washing machines and a dryer: $810
• Initial stock: detergent and packaging: $150
• Shop repairs and licensing: $90
• Working capital for the first month: $250
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
Updates from Eliane
Small update. $966 so far, we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.
Quick update: $580 raised so far (45%). we've started the first stage. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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Praying for you, Eliane. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Thinking of Caxias do Sul.
Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Don't give up. Love from Gazipur.
Best of luck. Hope you get there. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Love from Howrah.
Praying for you, Eliane. Shared this with my family. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry.
Sending strength, Eliane. Hope you get there. I hope March is when things finally get easier.
Wishing you the best, Eliane. Hope the shop reopens soon. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust.
Wishing you peace, Eliane. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes!
Wishing you the best, Eliane. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Love from Edmonton.