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Start-up fund for Corrie: reopening a tailoring shop after a fire in the building
A tailoring shop in Amsterdam needs help replacing three industrial sewing machines after a fire in the building.
🇳🇱 1067 FB, Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands1,228 views
For three years I have run a tailoring shop in Amsterdam. In May, a fire in the building took three industrial sewing machines. 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 12 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 $3,100 goes:
• Replacing three industrial sewing machines: $1,700
• Initial stock: fabric and thread: $430
• Shop repairs and licensing: $380
• Working capital for the first month: $590
Thank you for reading my story.
- Corrie
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Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Corrie!
Everything on the list is an amount I've been quoted or invoiced. replacing three industrial sewing machines comes first ($1,700) and I'll update the page as each thing gets paid. Thanks for looking so closely.
Praying for you, Corrie. Shared this with my family
Thinking of you and your family, Corrie. Shared this with my family. Don't give up. Blessings.
You're not alone, Corrie. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Take care.
you're not alone, Corrie. Shared it with a few friends. Take care.
I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Please keep us posted. Greetings from Saket.