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Gerardo needs clippers, chairs and mirrors to reopen a barbershop
A barbershop in Buenos Aires needs help replacing clippers, chairs and mirrors after the demolition of the market.
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For six years I have run a barbershop in Buenos Aires. In June, the demolition of the market took clippers, chairs and mirrors. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Saturday, 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.
Once I'm back on my feet I plan to hire back the people I had to let go.
Where the $950 goes:
• Replacing clippers, chairs and mirrors: $690
• Initial stock: supplies: $130
• Shop repairs and licensing: $65
• Working capital for the first month: $65
I hope life is good to you.
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Wishing you the best, Gerardo. 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. Blessings.
hope things get better soon, Gerardo. Hope you get there. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Take care.
Hope things get better soon. Your post was clear and honest. I went through something like this 8 years ago and strangers helped me out. Thinking of Buenos Aires.
stay strong, Gerardo. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I have a 15 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Love from Pune.
hope you get there. Love from Bogotá.