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Start-up fund for Edilene: reopening a barbershop after a long illness and repossession
Edilene has run a barbershop for nine years; a long illness and repossession destroyed the equipment, and $1,050 will put it back on its feet.
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For nine years I have run a barbershop in Santos. In April, a long illness and repossession took clippers, chairs and mirrors. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Monday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 8 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 $1,050 goes:
• Replacing clippers, chairs and mirrors: $580
• Initial stock: supplies: $230
• Shop repairs and licensing: $100
• Working capital for the first month: $140
Thank you for reading my story.
- Edilene
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Thinking of you and your family, Edilene. Small businesses are the heart of Santos. Hope you're open again soon. I'll check back for the next update. Blessings.
Thanks for sharing this, Edilene. Shared it with a few friends
Sending good thoughts. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Love from São Paulo.
good luck. Hope you get there. Love from Sakai.
take care, Edilene. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Love from Bacoor!
Best of luck, Edilene. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Love from Tokyo.
Your post was clear and honest. We're a small family in São Paulo but we're thinking of you. Love from São Paulo.