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Help Sowmya restart a bicycle repair shop in Agra after a break-in
A bicycle repair shop in Agra needs help replacing a full set of tools after a break-in.
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For three years I have run a bicycle repair shop in Agra. In February, a break-in took a full set of tools. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Monday, and I employed 1 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.
Once I'm back on my feet I plan to hire back the people I had to let go.
Where the $450 goes:
• Replacing a full set of tools: $175
• Initial stock: spare parts: $140
• Shop repairs and licensing: $70
• Working capital for the first month: $65
I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
Updates from Sowmya
Quick update: $175 raised so far (39%). the plan for initial stock: spare parts is now scheduled. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
14% there. the plan for replacing a full set of tools is now scheduled. Thank you. - Sowmya
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Rooting for you, Sowmya. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Take care
Hope things get better soon. Shared it with a few friends. Please keep us posted
You're not alone. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Thinking of Agra