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Start-up fund for Christo: reopening a laundry service after a storm that collapsed the roof

Christo has run a laundry service for nine years; a storm that collapsed the roof destroyed the equipment, and $950 will put it back on its feet.

🇿🇦 Ekurhuleni, Gauteng, South Africa631 views
Christo H. Maharaj
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Ekurhuleni
For nine years I have run a laundry service in Ekurhuleni. In July, a storm that collapsed the roof 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 Wednesday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 6 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 $950 goes: • Replacing two washing machines and a dryer: $470 • Initial stock: detergent and packaging: $210 • Shop repairs and licensing: $100 • Working capital for the first month: $170 Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself. - Christo
#small-business#livelihood#restart

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    Very responsive and caring

    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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    Made me feel heard

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

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  • Mim Shirin JahanQuestion

    How is Christo doing now?

    • Jun K. Rodriguez

      I hope things turn around soon. Greetings from Chiang Mai

      • William S. BanksQuestion

        is there anything that isn't money that would help Christo?

        • Christo H. MaharajOwnerAnswerAddress verified

          Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about replacing two washing machines and a dryer, advice is welcome too. Thanks, that means a lot.

      • Yu-na Chae-won Ku

        Stay strong. Shared it with a few friends. Greetings from Newcastle upon Tyne.

        • Katherine H. Contreras

          Good luck. Hope you make a strong comeback. Put this on a community board in Leicester this morning.

          • Greyson J. Carroll

            Take care. I hope things turn around soon. My colleague had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. God bless!

            • Nimal Suranga De Silva

              hope it all works out, Christo. Shared it with a few friends. Take care.

              • Janani B. Vaidyanathan

                Gave what I could, wish it was more. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Love from Brescia.

                • Jagadish T. Nair

                  Hope things get better soon. This could happen to any of us. My husband and I read this together. Love from Juiz de Fora.

                  • Rajeshwari N. Somayajula

                    Wishing you the best, Christo. Hope you get there.

                    • Khadija Queen Uzor

                      Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I hope November is when things finally get easier

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