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Help Samuel restart a sewing studio in Badagry after floodwater
Samuel has run a sewing studio for three years; floodwater destroyed the equipment, and $450 will put it back on its feet.
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For three years I have run a sewing studio in Badagry. In July, floodwater took a cutting table and overlocker. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Tuesday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 10 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 $450 goes:
• Replacing a cutting table and overlocker: $180
• Initial stock: fabric: $95
• Shop repairs and licensing: $100
• Working capital for the first month: $75
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
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Your post was clear and honest. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Thinking of Badagry
Keep going, Samuel. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Thinking of Badagry.