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Franziska needs three industrial sewing machines to reopen a tailoring shop
Franziska has run a tailoring shop for six years; a storm that collapsed the roof destroyed the equipment, and $1,950 will put it back on its feet.
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For six years I have run a tailoring shop in Hannover. In June, 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 3 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.
Once I'm back on my feet I plan to hire back the people I had to let go.
Where the $1,950 goes:
• Replacing three industrial sewing machines: $1,350
• Working capital for the first month: $280
• Shop repairs and licensing: $320
Thank you for reading my story.
- Franziska
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I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.
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Best of luck, Franziska. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Greetings from Philadelphia
Wishing you the best. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I went through something like this 7 years ago and strangers helped me out.