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Start-up fund for Jennifer: reopening a barbershop after a storm that collapsed the roof
A barbershop in Ottawa needs help replacing clippers, chairs and mirrors after a storm that collapsed the roof.
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For twelve years I have run a barbershop in Ottawa. In July, a storm that collapsed the roof took clippers, chairs and mirrors. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Saturday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 4 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 $1,350 goes:
• Shop repairs and licensing: $640
• Working capital for the first month: $360
• Initial stock: supplies: $350
Glad we found this place.
- Jennifer
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I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. My neighbor in Üsküdar donated after I showed her your page. All the best.
Thinking of you and your family. Shared this with my family. Love from Haarlem.
thinking of you, Jennifer. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I have a 17 year old who wants to send good wishes too.
Keep going, Jennifer. Small businesses are the heart of Ottawa. Hope you're open again soon. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too
Best of luck, Jennifer. Your post was clear and honest.
Keep going, Jennifer. Shared it with a few friends. After 16 years in public service I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Love from Fresno.
Hope it all works out, Jennifer. Looking forward to the next update. Love from Zapopan
You're not alone, Jennifer. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I have a 12 year old who wants to send good wishes too. All the best.