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Get Sofía back on the road: my school-run minibus repair fund
Without my school-run minibus Sofía can't work; a $500 repair would put her back on the road.
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I make my living with my school-run minibus. 4 weeks ago the engine head gasket failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $500. Without the vehicle I earn nothing.
I have been borrowing from friends to pay rent, and now I have run out of people to ask.
I support my 3 children. Before the breakdown I worked nine hours a day, six days a week. I have been offered extra shifts for the next six months if I can just get the vehicle working.
I have a written estimate from a certified mechanic and will upload it here.
I'll pay the mechanic directly and show you the repaired vehicle in an update.
Where the $500 goes:
• Labor charges: $155
• Towing and inspection: $90
• Road tax and insurance renewal: $255
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
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- Practical and effective help
The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.
- Exactly what I needed
The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.
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Thinking of you and your family, Sofía. Shared this with my family. My neighbor in Newcastle upon Tyne donated after I showed her your page
Small businesses are the heart of Riverside. Hope you're open again soon. Love from Thiruvananthapuram!
Thanks for sharing this. Hope the shop reopens soon. Love from Regensburg.