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Lester needs clippers, chairs and mirrors to reopen a barbershop
Lester lost clippers, chairs and mirrors to a storm that collapsed the roof and needs $600 to reopen a barbershop and support the family.
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For fifteen years I have run a barbershop in Calamba. In May, a storm that collapsed the roof took clippers, chairs and mirrors. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Thursday, and I employed 1 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 4 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 $600 goes:
• Replacing clippers, chairs and mirrors: $370
• Initial stock: supplies: $90
• Shop repairs and licensing: $85
• Working capital for the first month: $55
If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.
- Lester
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Hang in there. Hope you make a strong comeback
Is there anything that isn't money that would help Lester?
Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about replacing clippers, chairs and mirrors, advice is welcome too. Appreciate you taking the time.
Rooting for you. Small businesses are the heart of Calamba. Hope you're open again soon. My husband and I read this together. Love from Toronto.
keep going, Lester. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Sent it to 4 people at work. Greetings from Bloemfontein.
sending good thoughts, Lester. Looking forward to the next update. My husband and I read this together. Greetings from Newcastle.
Gave what I could, wish it was more. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Greetings from Üsküdar.