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Start-up fund for Shivam: reopening a sewing studio after floodwater
Shivam has run a sewing studio for twelve years; floodwater destroyed the equipment, and $2,850 will put it back on its feet.
🇬🇧 England, United Kingdom451 views
For twelve years I have run a sewing studio in London. In June, floodwater took a cutting table and overlocker. 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 6 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 $2,850 goes:
• Replacing a cutting table and overlocker: $1,100
• Initial stock: fabric: $750
• Shop repairs and licensing: $410
• Working capital for the first month: $590
If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.
- Shivam
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This could happen to any of us. Sent it to 27 people at work. Take care.