Letters to the Editor

To the Editor:

Just to let you know, a few years ago while in Seattle, James and I saw a news story about a restaurant doing a “Pay What You Can” night. Due to the economy this restaurant offered “chef’s choice” one night a week and pay what you can. It gave people or families on a tight budget the chance to dine out. We loved the idea, but made it our own, by making it a fundraiser. We chose Heifer International as our charity of choice and the past three years have raised $1,500. We purchased three arks plus extras to help provide many with animals and the knowledge to care for and make the most of these animals. Also, when the animals reproduce, they give away the offspring, so more people can benefit from these gifts. Though Heifer in a wonderful organization, we are changing our charity to “Share our Strength” an organization which is trying to end hunger among children in the U.S. We participated in their “No Child Hungry Week” a few months back, by donating 25% of our sales to help the cause.

Beginning January 23 until April 30, we will be starting our Fourth Annual Monday night “Pay What You Can” fundraiser. Menu will be James’ choice each week. Coffee, tea and cider are included. Soda and dessert must be separate. Then “pay what you can.” 100% of the donations will be sent to “Share Our Strength.”

Thank you everyone who have helped make our fundraisers so successful in the past with your generosity.

We look forward to everyones’ continued support to help make this year’s fundraiser another great success.

James and Katherine

Zak’s Cafe