Start-up fund for Ruairi: reopening a sewing studio after a fire in the building

For three years I have run a sewing studio in Kilkenny. 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 Saturday, and I employed 2 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 $3,050 goes: • Replacing a cutting table and overlocker: $1,500 • Initial stock: fabric: $380 • Shop repairs and licensing: $580 • Working capital for the first month: $590 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.