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My delivery van: Ingrid's only way to earn a living

Ingrid's my delivery van is Ingrid's only source of income and needs a transmission replacement costing $500.

🇧🇷 Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil1,525 views
Ingrid Lorena Barros
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Campinas
I make my living with my delivery van. 5 weeks ago the transmission failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $500. Without the vehicle I earn nothing. I have been borrowing from friends to pay rent, and now I have run out of people to ask. I support my wife and our newborn. Before the breakdown I worked eleven hours a day, six days a week. I have been offered extra shifts for the next four months if I can just get the vehicle working. I have a written estimate from a certified mechanic and will upload it here. I'll pay the mechanic directly and show you the repaired vehicle in an update. Where the $500 goes: • transmission replacement (parts): $280 • Labor charges: $120 • Road tax and insurance renewal: $85 • Towing and inspection: $15 Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot. - Ingrid

Updates from Ingrid

  1. Quick update: $404 raised so far (81%). we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  2. Quick update: $150 raised so far (30%). I made the first payment toward towing and inspection. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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  • Mpho Coetzee🇿🇦Verified helper
    Honest and trustworthy

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

  • Rasha Dalia Radwan🇪🇬Verified helper
    Great help in a difficult time

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

  • Yann Gabriel Robin🇫🇷Verified helper
    Professional and kind

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Lauren F. Collins🇺🇸Verified helper
    Genuine person with a big heart

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

  • Gamze Gamze Yıldırım🇹🇷Verified donor
    Really cared about my situation

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Stanislav Sergei Sidorenko🇷🇺Verified donor
    Professional and kind

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

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    Very responsive and caring

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

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    Restored my faith in humanity

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

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    Reliable and compassionate

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

  • Janet Achieng Macharia🇰🇪Verified helper
    Exceptional service

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

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  • gave what I could, wish it was more. I went through something like this 11 years ago and strangers helped me out. Greetings from Rosario.

    • Thinking of you and your family. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Love from Lapu-Lapu

      • Imad ShakerID verifiedPhoto verified

        stay strong, Ingrid. Your post was clear and honest. I hope October is when things finally get easier

        • Alyssa C. BrownID verified

          take care, Ingrid. Shared it with a few friends. God bless.

          • wishing you peace, Ingrid. Small businesses are the heart of Campinas. Hope you're open again soon. Love from Amsterdam.

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