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Start-up fund for Hauwa: reopening a laundry service after a break-in

Hauwa lost two washing machines and a dryer to a break-in and needs $600 to reopen a laundry service and support the family.

🇳🇬 Anambra, Nigeria1,465 views
Hauwa Modupe Daramola
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Awka
For nine years I have run a laundry service in Awka. In September, a break-in 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 Monday, 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. I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go. Where the $600 goes: • Replacing two washing machines and a dryer: $410 • Initial stock: detergent and packaging: $70 • Shop repairs and licensing: $60 • Working capital for the first month: $60 Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself. - Hauwa
#small-business#livelihood#restart

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  • Erik Sanders

    Thinking of you and your family. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected.

    • Rafiq Hossain

      Wishing you peace, Hauwa. Small businesses are the heart of Awka. Hope you're open again soon. I'm in customer support myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. God bless

      • Lincoln N. Bishop

        Thanks for sharing this. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Put this on a community board in San Sebastián this morning.

        • Intan Lia Effendi

          You're not alone, Hauwa. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. God bless

          • Yoko Rin Hirano

            Sending good thoughts, Hauwa. This could happen to any of us. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. God bless

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