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Hailey needs a full set of tools to reopen a bicycle repair shop

Hailey has run a bicycle repair shop for three years; a fire in the building destroyed the equipment, and $3,450 will put it back on its feet.

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Hailey G. Tucker
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Dundee
For three years I have run a bicycle repair shop in Dundee. In July, a fire in the building took a full set of tools. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Tuesday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 7 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. I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go. Where the $3,450 goes: • Replacing a full set of tools: $2,400 • Shop repairs and licensing: $510 • Working capital for the first month: $540 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.

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    “Hang in there. Thought of Hailey all day after reading this. - New Delhi”

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    “Thought of Hailey all day after reading this. - Fresno”

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    “Wishing you the best. Shared with friends too. - Giza”

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2.8(5 reviews)

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    Patient and understanding

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

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    Great help in a difficult time

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

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    Exceeded expectations

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

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    Great help in a difficult time

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  • Lily F. HarveyID verified

    Thinking of you and your family, Hailey. Shared it with a few friends. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. God bless.

    • Hope things get better soon, Hailey. I hope things turn around soon. Put this on a community board in Epe this morning. Thinking of Dundee.

      • hope you get there. Thinking of Dundee

        • Hope it all works out, Hailey. Hope you get there

          • Omolara Comfort AlabiAddress verified

            Wishing you peace, Hailey. Small businesses are the heart of Dundee. Hope you're open again soon. Thinking of Dundee.

            • hope it all works out, Hailey. Hope the shop reopens soon. Thinking of Dundee.

              • So sorry you're going through this, Hailey. Shared it with a few friends

                • Praying for you, Hailey. Your post was clear and honest. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too.

                  • Hope things get better soon. Hope you make a strong comeback. Love from Jakarta.

                    • Stay strong, Hailey. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I have a 10 year old who wants to send good wishes too. God bless.

                      • Souad BakrPhoto verified

                        praying for you, Hailey. Looking forward to the next update!

                        • hope you make a strong comeback. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day.

                          • 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. Greetings from Leicester

                            • hope things get better soon. Hope you make a strong comeback. Greetings from Abuja.

                              • Good luck. I hope things turn around soon. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. All the best.

                                • Wishing you the best. Small businesses are the heart of Dundee. Hope you're open again soon. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Love from Nagoya.

                                  • Wishing you the best, Hailey. Shared it with a few friends. I'm in engineering myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.

                                    • Gave what I could, wish it was more. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Love from Gwagwalada

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