Help Carmen restart a sewing studio in Houston after the demolition of the market

For twelve years I have run a sewing studio in Houston. In May, the demolition of the market took a cutting table and overlocker. 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 8 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 $4,550 goes: • Replacing a cutting table and overlocker: $3,150 • Initial stock: fabric: $330 • Shop repairs and licensing: $590 • Working capital for the first month: $480 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.