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Michael needs clippers, chairs and mirrors to reopen a barbershop
A barbershop in Gwagwalada needs help replacing clippers, chairs and mirrors after a storm that collapsed the roof.
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For nine years I have run a barbershop in Gwagwalada. In November, 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 Friday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 5 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 $450 goes:
• Replacing clippers, chairs and mirrors: $135
• Initial stock: supplies: $115
• Shop repairs and licensing: $95
• Working capital for the first month: $105
Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
- Michael
Updates from Michael
47% there. the first invoice got paid this week. Thank you.
Quick update: $115 raised so far (26%). we've started the first stage. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Wanted to say thank you properly. 23% funded and the plan for working capital for the first month is now scheduled.
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It takes guts to ask. Well done. Sent it to 9 people at work. Take care
is there anything that isn't money that would help Michael?
Thank you. If you're in Gwagwalada I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Happy to explain more.
praying for you, Michael. Shared it with a few friends. Please keep us posted. All the best.
Sending strength, Michael. Hope you make a strong comeback. Put this on a community board in Surat this morning. Love from Surat.