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Start-up fund for Michael: reopening a laundry service after a storm that collapsed the roof
Michael lost two washing machines and a dryer to a storm that collapsed the roof and needs $1,950 to reopen a laundry service and support the family.
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For nine years I have run a laundry service in Sherbrooke. In August, a storm that collapsed the roof took two washing machines and a dryer. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Friday, and I employed 2 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.
I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go.
Where the $1,950 goes:
• Shop repairs and licensing: $410
• Working capital for the first month: $360
• Replacing two washing machines and a dryer: $1,180
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
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Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. It's not much but it's yours. All the best
Your post was clear and honest. Greetings from Winston-Salem.
Best of luck, Michael. I hope things turn around soon. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. All the best
hang in there, Michael. Shared it with a few friends. All the best.
Sending strength, Michael. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. God bless.
Sending strength, Michael. Hope you make a strong comeback. God bless.
Thanks for sharing this. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Take care