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Start-up fund for Ousmane: reopening a sewing studio after the demolition of the market
Ousmane lost a cutting table and overlocker to the demolition of the market and needs $1,100 to reopen a sewing studio and support the family.
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For six years I have run a sewing studio in Paris. In April, the demolition of the market took a cutting table and overlocker. 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.
I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go.
Where the $1,100 goes:
• Initial stock: fabric: $570
• Working capital for the first month: $190
• Shop repairs and licensing: $340
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
- Ousmane
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“God bless. Thought of Ousmane all day after reading this.”
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“Hope things get better. My cousin told me about this one. - Augusta”
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You're not alone. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. God bless
Is there anything that isn't money that would help Ousmane?
Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about initial stock: fabric, advice is welcome too. Thanks, that means a lot.
Sending love. Shared it with a few friends. I hope July is when things finally get easier.
Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Ousmane
Initial stock: fabric is $570 of it. Everything else is listed in the story and nothing outside that list comes out of this page. Appreciate you taking the time.
Wishing you peace, Ousmane. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Love from Nagpur
Hope things get better soon, Ousmane. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. I'm in farming myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. God bless.
Hope things get better soon, Ousmane. Looking forward to the next update. My neighbor in Nîmes donated after I showed her your page. Greetings from Nîmes
How is Ousmane doing now?
Best of luck. Looking forward to the next update. Sent it to 40 people at work.
Stay strong, Ousmane. Hope you get there!
sending good thoughts. This could happen to any of us. After 26 years in logistics I know how hard it's to ask for anything.
Wishing you the best. Hope the shop reopens soon. Please keep us posted
thinking of you. I hope things turn around soon. I'll check back for the next update. Take care.