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Start-up fund for Irene: reopening a bicycle repair shop after a storm that collapsed the roof

A bicycle repair shop in Augusta needs help replacing a full set of tools after a storm that collapsed the roof.

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Irene Peña
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Augusta
For fifteen years I have run a bicycle repair shop in Augusta. In July, a storm that collapsed the roof took a full set of tools. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Sunday, 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. I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go. Where the $4,150 goes: • Replacing a full set of tools: $2,450 • Initial stock: spare parts: $690 • Shop repairs and licensing: $260 • Working capital for the first month: $750 I hope life is good to you. - Irene

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  1. 48% there. I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. Thank you.

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    “Hope this helps. Only $25 but hope it helps. - Leeds”

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    “Wish I could do more. Hope the November deadline works out. - Mardan”

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  • Enrique B. ChávezPhoto verified

    Hope things get better soon, Irene. Hope you make a strong comeback. Take care.

    • Sending love, Irene. I hope things turn around soon. Take care

      • Praying for you, Irene. Gave what I could, wish it was more. It's not much but it's yours. God bless

        • keep going, Irene. This could happen to any of us.

          • Lester H. RiveraPhoto verified

            Shared it with a few friends. I have a 8 year old who wants to send good wishes too. All the best.

            • Good luck, Irene. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Please keep us posted. Blessings

              • Hang in there. Your post was clear and honest. Please keep us posted

                • Good luck, Irene. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. My mother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home

                  • Thanks for sharing this, Irene. It takes guts to ask. Well done. God bless.

                    • best of luck, Irene. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Blessings.

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