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Start-up fund for Brooks: reopening a tailoring shop after a break-in

A tailoring shop in Belfast needs help replacing three industrial sewing machines after a break-in.

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Brooks H. Perkins
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Belfast
For three years I have run a tailoring shop in Belfast. In July, a break-in took three industrial sewing machines. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Saturday, and I employed 1 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 $3,000 goes: • Initial stock: fabric and thread: $410 • Working capital for the first month: $600 • Replacing three industrial sewing machines: $1,990 Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.

Updates from Brooks

  1. We're at 52% thanks to 17 of you. we've started the first stage. More news soon.

  2. We're at 14% thanks to 11 of you. the plan for working capital for the first month is now scheduled. More news soon.

  3. Quick update: $176 raised so far (6%). we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  • Anonymous 🇮🇳 · $75
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    “Only $26 but hope it helps. - Thủ Đức”

  • Anna T. Frazier 🇬🇧 · $5
  • Anonymous 🇪🇸 · $15

    “Only $15 but hope it helps. - Alcalá de Henares”

  • Snehal J. Chauhan 🇮🇳 · $250
  • Kshitija A. Rathod 🇮🇳 · $50
  • Samuel Ifeanyi Popoola 🇳🇬 · $10
  • Axel Lynch 🇺🇸 · $5
  • Jignesh E. Trivedi 🇮🇳 · $19

    “Thought of Brooks all day after reading this. - Mumbai”

  • Anonymous 🇨🇴 · $1,000
  • Nasser El-Sayed 🇲🇦 · $5
  • Sota Hasegawa 🇯🇵 · $25
  • Emmanuel Obeng 🇬🇭 · $50
  • Serenity F. Brewer 🇺🇸 · $25
  • Cristian D. Rojas 🇦🇷 · $10
  • Jonathan J. Keller 🇺🇸 · $70

    “Only $70 but hope it helps. - Fresno”

  • Anonymous 🇺🇸 · $100
  • Anonymous 🇰🇷 · $25
  • Fumiko Yuki Kaneko 🇯🇵 · $46
  • Irma Okta Harahap 🇮🇩 · $15

    “Sending love. Shared with friends too. - Surabaya”

Reviews

3.0(5 reviews)

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  • Sarah M. Yang🇺🇸Verified donor
    Changed my perspective

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

  • Comfort Esther Nwankwo🇳🇬Verified donor
    Delivered on promises

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

  • Kayode Seyi Obi🇳🇬Verified donor
    Went above and beyond

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

  • Imelda N. Ramos🇵🇭Verified helper
    Genuine person with a big heart

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

  • Guadalupe K. Ramírez🇲🇽Verified donor
    Restored my faith in humanity

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

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  • thinking of you and your family. Small businesses are the heart of Belfast. Hope you're open again soon. Please keep us posted. Blessings

    • you're not alone. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money.

      • Hope the shop reopens soon. Thinking of Belfast

        • Nolan J. RamosAddress verified

          Stay strong, Brooks. Hope you make a strong comeback. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust.

          • Mauricio H. ÁlvarezPhoto verified

            Wishing you peace. Your post was clear and honest. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it.

            • Wishing you the best, Brooks. Small businesses are the heart of Belfast. Hope you're open again soon. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Thinking of Belfast.

              $1,987 raised of $3,000

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