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Start-up fund for Rafael: reopening a bicycle repair shop after floodwater

A bicycle repair shop in Santos needs help replacing a full set of tools after floodwater.

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Rafael Thiago Moraes
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Santos
For six years I have run a bicycle repair shop in Santos. In September, floodwater took a full set of tools. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Thursday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 3 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 $1,350 goes: • Replacing a full set of tools: $730 • Initial stock: spare parts: $260 • Shop repairs and licensing: $220 • Working capital for the first month: $140 Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
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  • Aleena Fatima Gill

    Best of luck. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I'm in customer support myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Take care

    • Audrey R. Jimenez

      thinking of you, Rafael. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Love from Soweto

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