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Help Danielle restart a laundry service in Los Angeles after a break-in
Danielle lost two washing machines and a dryer to a break-in and needs $2,800 to reopen a laundry service and support the family.
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For six years I have run a laundry service in Los Angeles. In January, a break-in 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 3 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.
I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go.
Where the $2,800 goes:
• Replacing two washing machines and a dryer: $1,850
• Shop repairs and licensing: $290
• Initial stock: detergent and packaging: $660
Thank you for reading my story.
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Hope things get better soon, Danielle. It takes guts to ask. Well done.
Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My neighbor in Winnipeg donated after I showed her your page. God bless.
Gave what I could, wish it was more. Wish I lived closer to Birmingham so I could bring a meal.
hang in there, Danielle. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. God bless.