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Start-up fund for Tayo: reopening a phone repair counter after a break-in

A phone repair counter in Lagos needs help replacing a soldering station and testing tools after a break-in.

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Tayo Henry Olawale
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Lagos
For six years I have run a phone repair counter in Lagos. In July, 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 Monday, 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 $350 goes: • Initial stock: replacement parts: $115 • Replacing a soldering station and testing tools: $130 • Working capital for the first month: $105 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it. - Tayo
#small-business#livelihood#restart

Updates from Tayo

  1. Thank you all. We're at 49% now ($172). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. - Tayo

  2. Quick update: $64 raised so far (18%). I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  3. 14% there. the plan for replacing a soldering station and testing tools is now scheduled. Thank you.

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    “Be well. Thought of Tayo all day after reading this. - Rochester”

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    “From my family to yours. Only $15 but hope it helps. - Rohini”

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    “Wish I could do more. Thought of Tayo all day after reading this. - Thane”

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    “Blessings. Gave what I could this week. - Nashville”

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Reviews

3.2(5 reviews)

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  • Chebet Sarah Kyagulanyi🇰🇪Verified helper
    Amazing support system

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

  • Riccardo Mario Giordano🇮🇹Verified donor
    Exactly what I needed

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

  • Eleanor R. Curtis🇺🇸Verified donor
    Practical and effective help

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

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    Quick response, great follow-up

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

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    Really cared about my situation

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

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  • Yewande Amaka Jimoh

    Hope the shop reopens soon. I hope October is when things finally get easier

    • Comfort Idowu OkaforPhoto verified

      good luck, Tayo. Your post was clear and honest. Love from Vigo.

      $259.50 raised of $350

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