Wilma & Frieda's Cafe - Launch the Dream!

A project in Palm Desert, CA by Kelly McFall
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Be part of opening an exciting restaurant where friends and family gather to enjoy food that brings back the comfort food grandma made.
Backers: 113
Average Pledge Per Backer: $461

Funded: $52,054 of $50,000
Dates: Jun 11th -> Jul 26th (45 days)
Project By: Kelly McFall
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Latest News

The fat lady just sang.....

July 26th - via: kickstarter.com
You know the old saying, "It ain't over until the fat lady sings."  Well the campaign is now officially over...we hit the 45 day mark and hit our goal of 50k, well actually you all exceeded it.  I knew all of our friends were overachievers!!  LOL... (Read More)

We did it!!!

July 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
To the 100 Backer Club! Last night was full of excitement, and I thank you all and also to those who called, emailed and text to show your enthusiasm and support for us.  Yup, we did it, with all of your help, we met the goal.  What an... (Read More)

One, Two, Three, Four that's what we are looking for!

July 21st - via: kickstarter.com
With 3 days left in this whirlwind of an amazing campaign, we are looking for $1,234 to reach our goal.  We are so close and we have had so many great notes of encouragement, and pledges from all of you that have blown us all away at the support and... (Read More)

Let's Sing the Song of 5

July 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello Backers & Founders!!   Today has been such an exciting morning, thank you to you all.  We are in the home stretch and are now down to days of the campaign.  We have had so many wonderful experiences in launching this restaurant and so... (Read More)

Put me in coach, I'm ready to play.....9 days and counting!

July 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello All!, It's been a few days since I've posted an update. Whew, we have been working furiously. Kreg and I have been contacting applicants and completing screens to set up for interviews next week. Also a shout out to Erica Clermont for... (Read More)

"If you build it they will come" - Field of Dreams - 33% Funded

July 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Wow, what a terrific day!  We have jumped up to 33% of our goal.  We have two weeks left, and these days will go by fast.  I appreciate so much all of the rallying you are doing out there to help us reach our goal.  I can't stress enough how... (Read More)

26% & Climbing - Special Reward Offer for Original 50

July 7th - via: kickstarter.com
With 16 days left in the Kickstarter Campaign, I've been busy working on getting the word out to others for the next round of funding.  I will be speaking to the Chamber of Commerce on Thursday and will be able to present Wilma & Frieda's Cafe... (Read More)

Construction Update

July 5th - via: kickstarter.com
Well after a nice 4th of July, we are back into the construction phase.  The rubble is gone, and now new walls are being constructed  Today the team was installing the server station walls.  My favorite part was the large doorway that was cut... (Read More)

Yippiekaiyay!! Milestone #2 = We hit the 20% mark

June 30th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello All, Thank you so much for all of your support and help in getting the word out. Yesterday we reached the 20% mark. We are now over $10,000. This is so exciting. We can't wait to get out those rewards. Yesterday, Kreg and I met with our... (Read More)

25 Days to Go!

June 30th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello All You Backers!! You are the wind beneath our wings. We have 25 days more to go, and I can't help saying I'm a little nervous. You all have been so generous, and I need to further ask for your help. If you could email the link to friends,... (Read More)

New Rewards Available

June 24th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello All, Yesterday the demolition for construction began which will progress over the next 8 weeks.  As for the Kickstarter Campaign we have done well for our first 15 days, and hope to pick up the momentum even further.  Please check out the new... (Read More)

Blew our socks off!

June 17th - via: kickstarter.com
We had a whirlwind of a day yesterday!  We reached the 10% of our goal with a total of 21 backers.  We have 37 days to go, and we are overwhelmed by the generosity and support we are receiving.  I was sharing some very nice emails with my mom... (Read More)

Dinner & Night of Opera

June 16th - via: kickstarter.com
I wanted to share some photos of Lisa Algozzini our acclaimed opera artist who will be performing on September 6th.  This will be such a nice evening.  I've had the opportunity several times to see Lisa perform, from private venues to LA Opera.... (Read More)

We hit 5% and climbing

June 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello all of you Kickstarter Backers out there.  In the last 5 days since we have launched our campaign for Wilma & Frieda's Cafe we have already reached the 5% mark, and in speaking with many friends and contacts we are getting good feedback.... (Read More)

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