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Teresa needs a full set of tools to reopen a bicycle repair shop
A bicycle repair shop in Bergamo needs help replacing a full set of tools after a long illness and repossession.
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For six years I have run a bicycle repair shop in Bergamo. In May, a long illness and repossession took a full set of tools. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Friday, and I employed 1 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 4 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 $1,500 goes:
• Shop repairs and licensing: $380
• Working capital for the first month: $260
• Replacing a full set of tools: $860
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
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This could happen to any of us. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Thinking of Bergamo.
Thanks for sharing this, Teresa. I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too.
You're not alone. Hope you make a strong comeback. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Blessings.
wishing you the best. Looking forward to the next update. I have a 5 year old who wants to send good wishes too.
best of luck, Teresa. This could happen to any of us. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Blessings