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Start-up fund for Atieno: reopening a sewing studio after a storm that collapsed the roof
A sewing studio in Kasarani needs help replacing a cutting table and overlocker after a storm that collapsed the roof.
🇰🇪 Kasarani, Nairobi, Kenya1,810 views
For twelve years I have run a sewing studio in Kasarani. In July, a storm that collapsed the roof took a cutting table and overlocker. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Sunday, and I employed 2 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 $500 goes:
• Replacing a cutting table and overlocker: $240
• Initial stock: fabric: $125
• Shop repairs and licensing: $35
• Working capital for the first month: $100
Thank you so much.
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Sending strength. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Love from Peoria.
Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Atieno
The list at the bottom is the whole picture. replacing a cutting table and overlocker is the biggest at $240. Let me know if you want more detail.
best of luck. Hope the shop reopens soon. Put this on a community board in Sheffield this morning. Greetings from Sheffield.
wishing you the best, Atieno. Shared this with my family. Don't give up. Take care.
rooting for you, Atieno. Your post was clear and honest. I'm in retail myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Thinking of Kasarani