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Sergio needs three industrial sewing machines to reopen a tailoring shop
Sergio has run a tailoring shop for four years; the demolition of the market destroyed the equipment, and $3,700 will put it back on its feet.
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For four years I have run a tailoring shop in Bakersfield. In July, the demolition of the market took three industrial sewing machines. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Friday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 4 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 $3,700 goes:
• Replacing three industrial sewing machines: $2,600
• Initial stock: fabric and thread: $400
• Shop repairs and licensing: $260
• Working capital for the first month: $440
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
- Sergio
Updates from Sergio
Wanted to say thank you properly. 69% funded and the plan for shop repairs and licensing is now scheduled.
Thank you all. We're at 47% now ($1,736). I'm honestly stunned. we've started the first stage.
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Hope the shop reopens soon. Greetings from Yekaterinburg
It takes guts to ask. Well done. My neighbor in Ciudad de México donated after I showed her your page. All the best.
Hope things get better soon, Sergio. This could happen to any of us. Take care
Hang in there. I hope things turn around soon. Greetings from Pasig
Hope it all works out, Sergio. This could happen to any of us. Sent it to 8 people at work. All the best
Small businesses are the heart of Bakersfield. Hope you're open again soon. Wish I lived closer to Dortmund so I could bring a meal. Love from Memphis