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Start-up fund for Shawn: reopening a barbershop after a long illness and repossession
Shawn lost clippers, chairs and mirrors to a long illness and repossession and needs $4,950 to reopen a barbershop and support the family.
🇨🇦 Brampton, Ontario, Canada4,090 views
For twelve years I have run a barbershop in Brampton. In June, a long illness and repossession took clippers, chairs and mirrors. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Wednesday, and I employed 3 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 $4,950 goes:
• Replacing clippers, chairs and mirrors: $3,050
• Initial stock: supplies: $810
• Shop repairs and licensing: $650
• Working capital for the first month: $440
Thanks for being kind about this.
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I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. My husband and I read this together. Love from Vancouver
Sending strength. This could happen to any of us. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Blessings.
I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Thinking of Brampton.
Take care, Shawn. It takes guts to ask. Well done.
thinking of you, Shawn. Small businesses are the heart of Brampton. Hope you're open again soon. Blessings.
Hang in there, Shawn. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Greetings from Bornova.
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