Start-up fund for Nina: reopening a tailoring shop after a storm that collapsed the roof

For three years I have run a tailoring shop in Mannheim. In June, a storm that collapsed the roof took three industrial sewing machines. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Friday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 10 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 $3,700 goes: • Replacing three industrial sewing machines: $2,550 • Initial stock: fabric and thread: $350 • Shop repairs and licensing: $490 • Working capital for the first month: $310 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.