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Help Howard restart a laundry service in San Diego after a storm that collapsed the roof
Howard has run a laundry service for fifteen years; a storm that collapsed the roof destroyed the equipment, and $3,600 will put it back on its feet.
🇺🇸 California, United States4,035 views
For fifteen years I have run a laundry service in San Diego. In July, a storm that collapsed the roof 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 Friday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 3 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 $3,600 goes:
• Replacing two washing machines and a dryer: $2,550
• Shop repairs and licensing: $350
• Working capital for the first month: $700
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
Updates from Howard
Quick update: $2,398 raised so far (67%). the plan for shop repairs and licensing is now scheduled. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Quick update: $1,691 raised so far (47%). we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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Sending strength, Howard. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier.
Keep going. Hope the shop reopens soon. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected.
Hope you make a strong comeback. I hope October is when things finally get easier. Thinking of San Diego.
Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Greetings from Tarragona
You're not alone, Howard. Shared it with a few friends. Greetings from Edmonton
Good luck, Howard. Shared it with a few friends. I went through something like this 14 years ago and strangers helped me out. Blessings.
Wishing you peace. Hope you make a strong comeback. Greetings from Southampton.
I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Thinking of San Diego!