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Start-up fund for Christopher: reopening a barbershop after floodwater
Christopher lost clippers, chairs and mirrors to floodwater and needs $3,350 to reopen a barbershop and support the family.
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For fifteen years I have run a barbershop in Glasgow. In July, floodwater took clippers, chairs and mirrors. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Wednesday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 10 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 $3,350 goes:
• Initial stock: supplies: $560
• Replacing clippers, chairs and mirrors: $2,450
• Working capital for the first month: $340
With deep gratitude,
Christopher
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Thinking of you and your family, Christopher. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Thinking of Glasgow.
Sending good thoughts, Christopher. Shared this with my family. Blessings.
Hang in there. Small businesses are the heart of Glasgow. Hope you're open again soon. Love from La Plata