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Start-up fund for Léo: reopening a sewing studio after floodwater

A sewing studio in Saint-Denis needs help replacing a cutting table and overlocker after floodwater.

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For three years I have run a sewing studio in Saint-Denis. In August, floodwater took a cutting table and overlocker. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Tuesday, and I employed 1 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 7 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 $3,600 goes: • Replacing a cutting table and overlocker: $2,550 • Initial stock: fabric: $380 • Working capital for the first month: $670 Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.

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