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Marcus needs clippers, chairs and mirrors to reopen a barbershop
Marcus lost clippers, chairs and mirrors to the demolition of the market and needs $4,050 to reopen a barbershop and support the family.
🇺🇸 San Jose, California, United States2,884 views
For fifteen years I have run a barbershop in San Jose. In May, the demolition of the market took clippers, chairs and mirrors. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Friday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 6 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 $4,050 goes:
• Replacing clippers, chairs and mirrors: $3,000
• Shop repairs and licensing: $650
• Working capital for the first month: $400
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
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thinking of you, Marcus. This could happen to any of us. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Thinking of San Jose!
Keep going, Marcus. I hope things turn around soon. I went through something like this 2 years ago and strangers helped me out
Keep going. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I'm in teaching myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. All the best
Hope things get better soon. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My brother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home.
Take care, Marcus. Small businesses are the heart of San Jose. Hope you're open again soon.