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Help Ryan restart a laundry service in Birmingham after a storm that collapsed the roof

Ryan has run a laundry service for three years; a storm that collapsed the roof destroyed the equipment, and $2,400 will put it back on its feet.

🇬🇧 B10 5XS, Birmingham, England, United Kingdom1,668 views
Ryan S. Ayala
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Birmingham
For three years I have run a laundry service in Birmingham. In March, 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 Saturday, and I employed 1 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 $2,400 goes: • Replacing two washing machines and a dryer: $930 • Initial stock: detergent and packaging: $660 • Shop repairs and licensing: $150 • Working capital for the first month: $660 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.

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2.0(4 reviews)

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  • Maya Putri Sitompul🇮🇩Verified helper
    Amazing support system

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

  • Janet Grace Kiptoo🇰🇪Verified donor
    Practical and effective help

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

  • Farhan Umar Ghani🇵🇰Verified donor
    Delivered on promises

    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.

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    Outstanding person

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

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  • Sending strength. This could happen to any of us. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. All the best

    • Small businesses are the heart of Birmingham. Hope you're open again soon. I went through something like this 13 years ago and strangers helped me out. Love from Ibadan.

      • Good luck, Ryan. Hope the shop reopens soon. I have a 9 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Greetings from Joliet.

        • Best of luck, Ryan. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Please keep us posted

          • Théo RogerAddress verified

            Your post was clear and honest. Love from Johannesburg.

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