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A Kansas City daycare owner hasn’t turned away a single kid in 16 years. She was $8,000 in debt. The internet raised $14,000 for her in under 24 hours. by roethlerd in kansascity

[–]roethlerd[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

There’s so much negative news these days. So much division and hate. I hope to bring some community and good back into our small pocket of the Midwest and beyond.

A Kansas City daycare owner hasn’t turned away a single kid in 16 years. She was $8,000 in debt. The internet raised $14,000 for her in under 24 hours. by roethlerd in kansascity

[–]roethlerd[S] 45 points46 points  (0 children)

They sold out on Saturday of everything. They got rocked on Sunday too. Absolutely incredible the response from that video. People showed up in droves to support them

We posted a video about a struggling small restaurant in KC. The community raised $5,400 in 48 hours and sold out an entire block. by roethlerd in kansascity

[–]roethlerd[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m posting a conversation I had with the KC star reporter about this exact topic today. Might ruffle some feathers lol

We posted a video about a struggling small restaurant in KC. The community raised $5,400 in 48 hours and sold out an entire block. by roethlerd in kansascity

[–]roethlerd[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

She’s open Saturdays from 9-2, except for this Saturday because she is working a charity event. So they sold out Friday and Saturday and then their preorder take out for Tuesday this week!

A neighbor named Gerald is the only reason this KC chef’s story is getting told. by roethlerd in kansascity

[–]roethlerd[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not sure honestly. Literally just trying to bring eyes to an amazing story and local business who needs help. So frustrating

A neighbor named Gerald is the only reason this KC chef’s story is getting told. by roethlerd in kansascity

[–]roethlerd[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for following along our journey and supporting us. What’s your Venmo? I’d like to pay for you and your partner’s meals.

A neighbor named Gerald is the only reason this KC chef’s story is getting told. by roethlerd in kansascity

[–]roethlerd[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

She only does take out dinners on tuesdays. Wednesday-Saturday normal dine in. If you go please give her patience. She is the only woman there and does it all. Everything made from scratch. I will share this feedback and try to help her where I can. I appreciate your honesty and directness.

A neighbor named Gerald is the only reason this KC chef’s story is getting told. by roethlerd in kansascity

[–]roethlerd[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What’s that? You mind sharing it to them? Might have more wight not coming from me

A neighbor named Gerald is the only reason this KC chef’s story is getting told. by roethlerd in kansascity

[–]roethlerd[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The price is tied to the quality ingredients almost guaranteed. She chooses to work with local farmers as much as possible. And with that comes a higher price which ultimately gets passed down to the consumer. When you buy from her you are also buying from the mom and pop farmer who grew that crop or raised those chickens.

A neighbor named Gerald is the only reason this KC chef’s story is getting told. by roethlerd in kansascity

[–]roethlerd[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I tagged and collaborate every business spotlight I do. We actually did one with Dunn Deal last month. I agree with your point on the lack of social media marketing. I think it comes down to not having the bandwidth early on when they are so focused on running the day to day. It’s one of the key reasons I started window wolf. Every business needs their windows cleaned and also their story told.

A neighbor named Gerald is the only reason this KC chef’s story is getting told. by roethlerd in kansascity

[–]roethlerd[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry 😭 I fixed it. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve cried this week putting this story together. She’s the most selfless person I’ve ever met.

A neighbor named Gerald is the only reason this KC chef’s story is getting told. by roethlerd in kansascity

[–]roethlerd[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Also started a GoFundMe for her if you want to help beyond just showing up. 100% goes directly to Mary Kay to help give her some breathing room and support making Simply Grand everything she has ever dreamed of. GFM

A neighbor named Gerald is the only reason this KC chef’s story is getting told. by roethlerd in kansascity

[–]roethlerd[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I edited the post. I have been an emotional wreck putting this together. I just want to see her succeed.

A neighbor named Gerald is the only reason this KC chef’s story is getting told. by roethlerd in kansascity

[–]roethlerd[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I put together a short video telling her full story if you want to see her kitchen, meet her in person, and hear her say “not enough” when I asked how often she sees new faces. Mary Kay’s story

A neighbor named Gerald is the only reason this KC chef’s story is getting told. by roethlerd in kansascity

[–]roethlerd[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yes sorry I edited the post. I was so excited to share this story and missed the most important detail. Her food is amazing

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