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Juma needs a cutting table and overlocker to reopen a sewing studio
A sewing studio in Kisumu needs help replacing a cutting table and overlocker after floodwater.
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For twelve years I have run a sewing studio in Kisumu. In November, 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 Wednesday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 8 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 $600 goes:
• Replacing a cutting table and overlocker: $390
• Initial stock: fabric: $55
• Shop repairs and licensing: $50
• Working capital for the first month: $105
Thanks for reading all this.
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Wishing you the best. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Take care.
good luck, Juma. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Sent it to 22 people at work.
Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My neighbor in Jimma donated after I showed her your page.