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Start-up fund for Rekha: reopening a bicycle repair shop after a storm that collapsed the roof
A bicycle repair shop in Howrah needs help replacing a full set of tools after a storm that collapsed the roof.
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For twelve years I have run a bicycle repair shop in Howrah. In August, a storm that collapsed the roof took a full set of tools. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Friday, and I employed 1 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 $600 goes:
• Replacing a full set of tools: $330
• Initial stock: spare parts: $115
• Shop repairs and licensing: $105
• Working capital for the first month: $50
Thank you so much.
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Sending good thoughts, Rekha. Gave what I could, wish it was more