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Leonardo needs three industrial sewing machines to reopen a tailoring shop
Leonardo has run a tailoring shop for twelve years; the demolition of the market destroyed the equipment, and $1,150 will put it back on its feet.
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For twelve years I have run a tailoring shop in Mendoza. In July, the demolition of the market took three industrial sewing machines. 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 12 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 $1,150 goes:
• Working capital for the first month: $230
• Initial stock: fabric and thread: $175
• Replacing three industrial sewing machines: $745
Thank you so much.
Updates from Leonardo
We're at 32% thanks to 15 of you. the first invoice got paid this week. More news soon. - Leonardo
Thank you all. We're at 22% now ($248). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts.
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this could happen to any of us. I went through something like this 3 years ago and strangers helped me out
wishing you the best, Leonardo. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Blessings
Rooting for you. Hope you get there. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Love from Wellington!
best of luck. Looking forward to the next update. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust.
So sorry you're going through this, Leonardo. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Thinking of Mendoza