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My school-run minibus: Sarah's only way to earn a living

Sarah's my school-run minibus is Sarah's only source of income and needs a gearbox replacement costing $1,600.

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Sarah Alice Roche
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Toronto
I make my living with my school-run minibus. 5 weeks ago the gearbox failed, and the mechanic says the repair will cost $1,600. 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 younger brothers and sisters. Before the breakdown I worked twelve hours a day, six days a week. I have been offered extra shifts for the next six 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 $1,600 goes: • Towing and inspection: $155 • gearbox replacement (parts): $1,050 • Labor charges: $395 I hope life is good to you.
#livelihood#repair#driver#employment

Updates from Sarah

  1. Wanted to say thank you properly. 30% funded and we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. - Sarah

  2. Quick update: $458 raised so far (29%). I made the first payment toward towing and inspection. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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1.8(4 reviews)

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  • Kevin D. Pascual🇵🇭Verified donor
    Went above and beyond

    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.

  • Iván K. Soto🇪🇸Verified donor
    Exactly what I needed

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

  • Viktor Leonid Frolov🇺🇦Verified helper
    Quick response, great follow-up

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

  • Carmen T. Estrada🇺🇸Verified helper
    Exceptional service

    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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  • Wafa Duha Osman

    Thanks for sharing this, Sarah. Hope you get there. Put this on a community board in Jakarta Barat this morning.

    • Jacques Martin

      Keep going, Sarah. Looking forward to the next update. I have a 17 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Blessings

      • Sumaiya Mitu Pramanik

        Thinking of you and your family. Shared it with a few friends. My husband and I read this together. God bless.

        • Hannah Melanie HaasPhoto verified

          Small businesses are the heart of Toronto. Hope you're open again soon. Wish I lived closer to Medellín so I could bring a meal. Greetings from Tel Aviv.

          • Julián E. Cordero

            Thinking of you, Sarah. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I'll check back for the next update. God bless.

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