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Start-up fund for Myra: reopening a barbershop after floodwater

A barbershop in Mumbai needs help replacing clippers, chairs and mirrors after floodwater.

🇮🇳 Mumbai, Maharashtra, India1,181 views

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For three years I have run a barbershop in Mumbai. In August, floodwater took clippers, chairs and mirrors. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Wednesday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 12 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 $550 goes: • Working capital for the first month: $65 • Replacing clippers, chairs and mirrors: $430 • Shop repairs and licensing: $55 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.

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Updates from Myra

Wanted to say thank you properly. 109% funded and we've started the first stage.
Wanted to say thank you properly. 19% funded and the plan for replacing clippers, chairs and mirrors is now scheduled.
Good news. Because of your gifts ($63 in total) I made the first payment toward shop repairs and licensing. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

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