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Help Jose restart a barbershop in London after a storm that collapsed the roof

Jose has run a barbershop for three years; a storm that collapsed the roof destroyed the equipment, and $4,150 will put it back on its feet.

🇬🇧 London, England, United Kingdom3,107 views
Jose Russell
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London
For three years I have run a barbershop in London. In May, a storm that collapsed the roof took clippers, chairs and mirrors. 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 12 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 $4,150 goes: • Replacing clippers, chairs and mirrors: $2,650 • Initial stock: supplies: $580 • Shop repairs and licensing: $490 • Working capital for the first month: $430 Glad we found this place. - Jose
#small-business#livelihood#restart

Updates from Jose

  1. Quick update: $2,627 raised so far (63%). the plan for replacing clippers, chairs and mirrors is now scheduled. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  2. Quick update: $2,040 raised so far (49%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  3. 24% there. I made the first payment toward replacing clippers, chairs and mirrors. Thank you.

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Reviews

2.5(4 reviews)

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  • Craig W. Hamilton🇺🇸Verified helper
    Made a real difference

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

  • Rajesh B. Mudaliar🇮🇳Verified donor
    Made me feel heard

    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.

  • Megan Howard🇺🇸Verified donor
    Quick response, great follow-up

    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.

  • Hatice Neslihan Şahin🇹🇷Verified donor
    Really cared about my situation

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

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  • Dante L. Alcantara

    This could happen to any of us. I have a 13 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Love from Da Nang.

    • Galit Ayelet Katz

      hang in there, Jose. Shared it with a few friends. Take care.

      • Payal W. Kohli

        Wishing you peace. Hope the shop reopens soon. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. God bless.

        • Deepa K. Bedi

          Take care, Jose. Shared this with my family. I'm in customer support myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.

          • Regina E. Ibarra

            Small businesses are the heart of London. Hope you're open again soon. My cousin had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. God bless

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