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Help Maya restart a sewing studio in Los Angeles after the demolition of the market
Maya has run a sewing studio for fifteen years; the demolition of the market destroyed the equipment, and $2,400 will put it back on its feet.
🇺🇸 Los Angeles, California, United States3,855 views
For fifteen years I have run a sewing studio in Los Angeles. In August, 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 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 4 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 $2,400 goes:
• Shop repairs and licensing: $510
• Replacing a cutting table and overlocker: $1,300
• Working capital for the first month: $590
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
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I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. All the best.
good luck. I hope things turn around soon.
everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. All the best
Best of luck. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Don't give up. Take care.
Thinking of you. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected.