Start-up fund for Olumide: reopening a bicycle repair shop after a long illness and repossession
Olumide has run a bicycle repair shop for twelve years; a long illness and repossession destroyed the equipment, and $400 will put it back on its feet.
Updates from Olumide
Wanted to say thank you properly. 30% funded and we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.
Thank you all. We're at 22% now ($89). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts.
- Gabriel Guerin 🇫🇷 · $20
- Anonymous 🇵🇰 · $73
- Damilola Yetunde Oladipo 🇳🇬 · $15
“Stay strong! - Kano”
- Lidia Daria Tkachuk 🇺🇦 · $20
“You got this. - Dnipro”
- Usman Ibrahim Coker 🇳🇬 · $10
“Take care of yourselves. My mother told me about this one. - Gwagwalada”
- Ishita D. Mehra 🇮🇳 · $68.50
- Zoe K. Lawson 🇨🇦 · $20
Reviews
3.1(14 reviews)Only people who gave to this need, or whose offer to help was accepted, can review it.
- Trustworthy helper
This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.
- Genuine person with a big heart
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- Really cared about my situation
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- Went above and beyond
I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.
- Exceptional service
The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.
- Changed my perspective
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I was skeptical at first, but this person proved to be reliable and genuinely interested in helping. Their response time was incredible and their solutions were practical.
- Trustworthy helper
I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.
- Changed my perspective
This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.
- Genuine person with a big heart
I was skeptical at first, but this person proved to be reliable and genuinely interested in helping. Their response time was incredible and their solutions were practical.
- Professional and kind
I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.
- Really cared about my situation
Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.
- Genuine person with a big heart
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Is replacing a full set of tools the biggest cost or is there more coming?
Everything on the list is an amount I've been quoted or invoiced. replacing a full set of tools comes first ($195) and I'll update the page as each thing gets paid. Fair thing to want to know.
Looking forward to the next update. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Thinking of Ibadan.
Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Ibadan
Thank you. If you're in Ibadan I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Thanks for looking so closely.
keep going. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. It's not much but it's yours.
any update on how things are going in Ibadan?
good luck. Hope the shop reopens soon. Thinking of Ibadan.
Take care, Olumide. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Love from Dehiwala.
Hope you get there. Greetings from San Jose.
I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. God bless
Thinking of you, Olumide. Hope this works out for you. Blessings
Take care. Looking forward to the next update. I have a 11 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Blessings.
small businesses are the heart of Ibadan. Hope you're open again soon. I hope August is when things finally get easier.
Hope it all works out. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I'm in retail myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.
Thinking of you, Olumide. This could happen to any of us
A colleague of mine might know someone for this in Oyo. I'll ask around and let you know.