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Start-up fund for Rosângela: reopening a phone repair counter after a break-in
A phone repair counter in Rio de Janeiro needs help replacing a soldering station and testing tools after a break-in.
Anywhere in the worldPosted Oct 1, 2026522 views
For six years I have run a phone repair counter in Rio de Janeiro. In August, a break-in took a soldering station and testing 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 10 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 $400 goes:
• Initial stock: replacement parts: $110
• Working capital for the first month: $95
• Shop repairs and licensing: $195
Thanks for reading all this.
- Rosângela
Updates from Rosângela
We're at 20% thanks to 3 of you. the plan for initial stock: replacement parts is now scheduled. More news soon.
We're at 36% thanks to 5 of you. I made the first payment toward shop repairs and licensing. More news soon. - Rosângela
Quick update: $167 raised so far (42%). the plan for working capital for the first month is now scheduled. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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Thinking of you, Rosângela. Hope this works out for you. Take care.
Sending strength. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Sent it to 17 people at work. Love from Saint-Denis.
Thinking of you, Rosângela. Hope you make a strong comeback.
Rooting for you, Rosângela. Your post was clear and honest. Blessings