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Start-up fund for Abosede: reopening a sewing studio after a break-in
Abosede lost a cutting table and overlocker to a break-in and needs $300 to reopen a sewing studio and support the family.
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For six years I have run a sewing studio in Asaba. In November, a break-in took a cutting table and overlocker. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Wednesday, 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.
Once I'm back on my feet I plan to hire back the people I had to let go.
Where the $300 goes:
• Initial stock: fabric: $55
• Replacing a cutting table and overlocker: $195
• Shop repairs and licensing: $50
If you're reading this, thank you.
- Abosede
Updates from Abosede
Small update. $72 so far, the plan for shop repairs and licensing is now scheduled.
Update from Asaba: we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. We're at 14% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
We're at 7% thanks to 2 of you. the plan for shop repairs and licensing is now scheduled. More news soon.
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Hope you make a strong comeback. Thinking of Asaba.
I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Sent it to 33 people at work. Take care
Thanks for sharing this. Your post was clear and honest. Put this on a community board in Bergamo this morning. Take care.
Sending strength, Abosede. This could happen to any of us. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Take care
Good luck, Abosede. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too.