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Start-up fund for Eva: reopening a sewing studio after a fire in the building
Eva has run a sewing studio for six years; a fire in the building destroyed the equipment, and $3,300 will put it back on its feet.
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For six years I have run a sewing studio in Laval. In August, a fire in the building took a cutting table and overlocker. 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 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 $3,300 goes:
• Replacing a cutting table and overlocker: $1,950
• Initial stock: fabric: $370
• Shop repairs and licensing: $430
• Working capital for the first month: $550
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
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Hope it all works out, Eva. Hope you make a strong comeback. My cousin had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Take care
Sending strength, Eva. Shared it with a few friends. It's not much but it's yours. Take care.
wishing you peace, Eva. Hope this works out for you. Take care.
Good luck, Eva. Shared this with my family. After 28 years in hospitality I know how hard it's to ask for anything. All the best
Thinking of you, Eva. I hope things turn around soon. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Thinking of Laval