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Start-up fund for Maria: reopening a barbershop after a fire in the building
Maria has run a barbershop for fifteen years; a fire in the building destroyed the equipment, and $550 will put it back on its feet.
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For fifteen years I have run a barbershop in Pasig. In February, a fire in the building took clippers, chairs and mirrors. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Thursday, and I employed 1 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 $550 goes:
• Replacing clippers, chairs and mirrors: $300
• Initial stock: supplies: $125
• Shop repairs and licensing: $45
• Working capital for the first month: $80
I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
- Maria
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Hope things get better soon, Maria. Your post was clear and honest.