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Roman needs two washing machines and a dryer to reopen a laundry service

A laundry service in Aurora needs help replacing two washing machines and a dryer after a break-in.

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Aurora, Illinois, United States1,784 views
Roman W. Coleman
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Aurora
For nine years I have run a laundry service in Aurora. In July, a break-in took two washing machines and a dryer. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Tuesday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 3 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 $1,350 goes: โ€ข Working capital for the first month: $310 โ€ข Initial stock: detergent and packaging: $760 โ€ข Shop repairs and licensing: $280 Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself. - Roman

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    โ€œStay strong. Been where you're, it gets better. - New Yorkโ€

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    โ€œBest of luck. I'm in Hubballi, thinking of you.โ€

  • Anonymous ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ยท $49
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    โ€œPraying for you. Thought of Roman all day after reading this.โ€

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Reviews

3.1(21 reviews)

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  • hang in there. Hope this works out for you. Sent it to 32 people at work. Thinking of Aurora.

    • take care. Small businesses are the heart of Aurora. Hope you're open again soon. All the best.

      • I hope things turn around soon. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Blessings

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