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Terry needs a cutting table and overlocker to reopen a sewing studio
A sewing studio in Brooklyn needs help replacing a cutting table and overlocker after the demolition of the market.
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For twelve years I have run a sewing studio in Brooklyn. In August, the demolition of the market took a cutting table and overlocker. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Tuesday, 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 $2,700 goes:
• Replacing a cutting table and overlocker: $1,700
• Initial stock: fabric: $390
• Shop repairs and licensing: $200
• Working capital for the first month: $410
If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.
- Terry
Updates from Terry
Wanted to say thank you properly. 15% funded and I made the first payment toward working capital for the first month.
Quick update: $895 raised so far (33%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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shared it with a few friends. I'm in logistics myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you!
Sending love. Gave what I could, wish it was more. After 23 years in accounting I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Blessings.
Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My husband and I read this together. Thinking of Brooklyn.
take care, Terry. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Greetings from Lahore.
you're not alone. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I'm in nursing myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. All the best
hope things get better soon, Terry. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier.
rooting for you, Terry. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I have a 17 year old who wants to send good wishes too