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Help Annabelle restart a laundry service in San Jose after the demolition of the market
A laundry service in San Jose needs help replacing two washing machines and a dryer after the demolition of the market.
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For twelve years I have run a laundry service in San Jose. In May, the demolition of the market took two washing machines and a dryer. 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 5 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 $3,450 goes:
• Replacing two washing machines and a dryer: $1,900
• Initial stock: detergent and packaging: $610
• Shop repairs and licensing: $300
• Working capital for the first month: $640
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Best of luck. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Greetings from Kasarani.
I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Love from Cebu City.
is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Annabelle.
It's all in the list in the story. replacing two washing machines and a dryer is the big one at $1,900, I'll post a receipt when it's paid. Thanks, that means a lot.
Sending love, Annabelle. Small businesses are the heart of San Jose. Hope you're open again soon. Don't be hard on yourself for asking.
Rooting for you. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Love from Edinburgh!
sending good thoughts. Small businesses are the heart of San Jose. Hope you're open again soon. I'll check back for the next update. Greetings from Kolkata
Stay strong, Annabelle. Hope you get there. Thinking of San Jose
Hope it all works out, Annabelle. Small businesses are the heart of San Jose. Hope you're open again soon. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Blessings!
Good luck, Annabelle. This could happen to any of us. Please keep us posted. Greetings from Houston
Shared this with my family. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Thinking of San Jose