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Folake needs a cutting table and overlocker to reopen a sewing studio
Folake lost a cutting table and overlocker to floodwater and needs $450 to reopen a sewing studio and support the family.
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For nine years I have run a sewing studio in Nsukka. In August, floodwater took a cutting table and overlocker. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Thursday, and I employed 1 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 12 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 $450 goes:
• Initial stock: fabric: $70
• Replacing a cutting table and overlocker: $300
• Working capital for the first month: $80
I hope life is good to you.
- Folake
Updates from Folake
Good news. Because of your gifts ($30 in total) I made the first payment toward working capital for the first month. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
We're at 7% thanks to 2 of you. I made the first payment toward working capital for the first month. More news soon.
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wishing you peace, Folake. Shared it with a few friends.