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Lertchai needs a full set of tools to reopen a bicycle repair shop
A bicycle repair shop in Nakhon Ratchasima needs help replacing a full set of tools after a long illness and repossession.
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For twelve years I have run a bicycle repair shop in Nakhon Ratchasima. In September, a long illness and repossession took a full set of tools. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Thursday, and I employed 3 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.
I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go.
Where the $1,050 goes:
• Replacing a full set of tools: $560
• Initial stock: spare parts: $145
• Shop repairs and licensing: $165
• Working capital for the first month: $180
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
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I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Please keep us posted. God bless
This could happen to any of us. I have a 5 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Take care
Hope it all works out, Lertchai. Small businesses are the heart of Nakhon Ratchasima. Hope you're open again soon. Greetings from La Plata.
Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Nakhon Ratchasima!
Thank you. If you're in Nakhon Ratchasima I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Ask me anything else.
Hope things get better soon. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money
I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Greetings from Davao City!
So sorry you're going through this, Lertchai. This could happen to any of us. Greetings from Gwagwalada.
Small businesses are the heart of Nakhon Ratchasima. Hope you're open again soon. My neighbor in Durgapur donated after I showed her your page. Greetings from Durgapur
Thinking of you and your family, Lertchai. Hope you get there. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Love from Ludhiana.
Sending good thoughts. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. I'll check back for the next update. Thinking of Nakhon Ratchasima.
Good luck. Shared it with a few friends. Sent it to 36 people at work. Blessings!
Take care. It takes guts to ask. Well done. We're a small family in Akron but we're thinking of you.
Sending good thoughts, Lertchai. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up.