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Start-up fund for Karina: reopening a sewing studio after the demolition of the market

Karina has run a sewing studio for three years; the demolition of the market destroyed the equipment, and $600 will put it back on its feet.

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Karina J. Ibáñez
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Tijuana
For three years I have run a sewing studio in Tijuana. In September, the demolition of the market took a cutting table and overlocker. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Thursday, and I employed 2 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. Once I'm back on my feet I plan to hire back the people I had to let go. Where the $600 goes: • Shop repairs and licensing: $125 • Working capital for the first month: $230 • Initial stock: fabric: $245 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.

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  • Stay strong. Hope you make a strong comeback. I have a 12 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Love from Santa Rosa!

    • rooting for you, Karina. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Put this on a community board in Oakland this morning. God bless

      • Hope you make a strong comeback. I hope November is when things finally get easier. Thinking of Tijuana

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