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Stepan needs a full set of tools to reopen a bicycle repair shop
Stepan lost a full set of tools to a storm that collapsed the roof and needs $1,150 to reopen a bicycle repair shop and support the family.
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For fifteen years I have run a bicycle repair shop in Saint Petersburg. In September, a storm that collapsed the roof took a full set of tools. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Sunday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 10 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 $1,150 goes:
• Initial stock: spare parts: $85
• Working capital for the first month: $175
• Replacing a full set of tools: $890
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
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Hope things get better soon, Stepan. I hope things turn around soon. Greetings from Gaziantep.
Gave what I could, wish it was more. Wish I lived closer to Pune so I could bring a meal
thanks for sharing this, Stepan. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Put this on a community board in San Diego this morning. Blessings.
Sending love, Stepan. Hope you get there. We're a small family in Embakasi but we're thinking of you.
thinking of you, Stepan. Hope the shop reopens soon.
is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Stepan.
Everything on the list is an amount I've been quoted or invoiced. initial stock: spare parts comes first ($85) and I'll update the page as each thing gets paid. It helps to be asked.
Good luck, Stepan. Shared this with my family.
Keep going, Stepan. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I hope November is when things finally get easier.
I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Greetings from Niterói.
Thinking of you, Stepan. This could happen to any of us
Stay strong, Stepan. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. My husband and I read this together. Take care
wishing you peace, Stepan. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Greetings from Sandton.
hope it all works out, Stepan. Gave what I could, wish it was more.
Take care, Stepan. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Don't give up. Take care