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Start-up fund for Wesley: reopening a barbershop after a break-in

Wesley lost clippers, chairs and mirrors to a break-in and needs $1,250 to reopen a barbershop and support the family.

🇺🇸 Los Angeles, California, United States429 views
Wesley S. Jennings
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Los Angeles
For three years I have run a barbershop in Los Angeles. In August, a break-in took clippers, chairs and mirrors. 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 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. Once I'm back on my feet I plan to hire back the people I had to let go. Where the $1,250 goes: • Working capital for the first month: $540 • Shop repairs and licensing: $210 • Initial stock: supplies: $500 I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
#small-business#livelihood#restart

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  • Ahmed Arslan RanaVerified organization

    hang in there. Your post was clear and honest. All the best.

    • Paolo W. Garcia

      Thinking of you and your family, Wesley. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I'm in teaching myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. All the best.

      • Yinka Kunle OnyeamaPhoto verified

        Take care, Wesley. Your post was clear and honest. Greetings from Geelong.

        • Qasim Moin Orakzai

          sending love, Wesley. Small businesses are the heart of Los Angeles. Hope you're open again soon

          • Kimberly E. Morrison

            Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I'm in engineering myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. God bless.

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