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Start-up fund for Kai: reopening a barbershop after a break-in
A barbershop in San Diego needs help replacing clippers, chairs and mirrors after a break-in.
🇺🇸 San Diego, California, United States4,134 views
For six years I have run a barbershop in San Diego. In April, a break-in took clippers, chairs and mirrors. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Sunday, and I employed 1 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 3 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 $3,350 goes:
• Replacing clippers, chairs and mirrors: $1,950
• Initial stock: supplies: $640
• Shop repairs and licensing: $370
• Working capital for the first month: $390
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- Kai
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Hope things get better soon, Kai. Hope this works out for you. Take care
You're not alone. Your post was clear and honest. Thinking of San Diego.
keep going. I hope things turn around soon. Love from Bhopal.
hang in there. This could happen to any of us. I went through something like this 9 years ago and strangers helped me out. Love from Gwagwalada.
You're not alone, Kai. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier
Hope things get better soon, Kai. Hope this works out for you. Wish I lived closer to Jakarta Barat so I could bring a meal. Thinking of San Diego.