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Start-up fund for Konstantin: reopening a tailoring shop after a fire in the building
Konstantin has run a tailoring shop for twelve years; a fire in the building destroyed the equipment, and $750 will put it back on its feet.
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For twelve years I have run a tailoring shop in Yekaterinburg. In August, a fire in the building took three industrial sewing machines. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Monday, and I employed 2 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.
Once I'm back on my feet I plan to hire back the people I had to let go.
Where the $750 goes:
• Replacing three industrial sewing machines: $410
• Shop repairs and licensing: $95
• Initial stock: fabric and thread: $245
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
Updates from Konstantin
Wanted to say thank you properly. 39% funded and the plan for shop repairs and licensing is now scheduled.
Wanted to say thank you properly. 25% funded and the plan for replacing three industrial sewing machines is now scheduled.
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how is Konstantin doing now?
Hang in there, Konstantin. Hope you make a strong comeback. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Love from Sylhet.