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Start-up fund for Ximena: reopening a bicycle repair shop after a break-in
Ximena lost a full set of tools to a break-in and needs $2,200 to reopen a bicycle repair shop and support the family.
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For six years I have run a bicycle repair shop in Joliet. In May, a break-in took a full set of tools. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Thursday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 7 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 $2,200 goes:
• Shop repairs and licensing: $470
• Replacing a full set of tools: $1,200
• Initial stock: spare parts: $530
Thank you for reading my story.
- Ximena
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Sending strength. I hope things turn around soon. Greetings from Rawalpindi!
Thinking of you and your family, Ximena. Hope you make a strong comeback. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Greetings from Novosibirsk.
can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Joliet
Thank you. If you're in Joliet I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Thanks for asking.
Your post was clear and honest. Sent it to 25 people at work. All the best
Shared it with a few friends. I'll check back for the next update. Thinking of Joliet
Take care, Ximena. Small businesses are the heart of Joliet. Hope you're open again soon. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. All the best.