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Start-up fund for Robert: reopening a sewing studio after a fire in the building
Robert lost a cutting table and overlocker to a fire in the building and needs $4,600 to reopen a sewing studio and support the family.
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For three years I have run a sewing studio in Albany. In August, a fire in the building took a cutting table and overlocker. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Tuesday, and I employed 2 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 $4,600 goes:
• Replacing a cutting table and overlocker: $3,000
• Initial stock: fabric: $730
• Shop repairs and licensing: $260
• Working capital for the first month: $610
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
- Robert
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Gave what I could, wish it was more. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Greetings from Amsterdam.
Any update on how things are going in Albany?
You're not alone, Robert. Hope you get there. I hope October is when things finally get easier. All the best!
Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Albany.
Thank you. If you're in Albany I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Fair thing to want to know.
Thanks for sharing this. Hope you get there. My husband and I read this together. God bless.
Thinking of you. Hope you get there. God bless.
hang in there, Robert. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. My husband and I read this together. Thinking of Albany.