Exciting whispers are floating through the air about the Topeka Cat Cafe!

Imagine a dreamy spot where you can sip your favorite latte, surrounded by the gentle purrs of the most enchanting cats you've ever met.. It's more than just a cafe; It's like a cozy cat-themed escape designed just for our feline loving community.

Step into our cat lounge, and it's like entering a realm of tranquility and charm. Cuddles with adoptable fur babies? Oh, absolutely.

This space is destined to be your go-to retreat, where you can unwind, find joy, and, who knows, maybe meet a four-legged friend that steals your heart.

But wait, there's more to this sanctuary! Picture the cafe area as a warm embrace, a place where you can sip on your favorite brew, savor delightful pastries, and engage in unhurried conversations. It's not just a cafe, it's a haven for connection, laughter, and the shared love for all things feline.

Now, let's delve into the heart of it – we're not just about coffee; we're about creating a community hub.

A place for experiences. Yoga with Cats? Yes Please. Date night? Of Course. Educational events to raise awareness about pet ownership? That’s definitely part of our mission! Finding homes for adoptable shelter cats? That’s one of our big goals.

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Hello, Fellow Cat Lovers! We're April Liang and Toni Fowler, local cat lovers on a mission to make a significant impact on our community and its feline friends.

Together, we're excited to introduce the Topeka Cat Cafe. It will be a warm and welcoming space where people can come and relax with adoptable cats while enjoying a cafe experience

The cafe will also partner with a local animal shelter to help find loving homes for cats in need.

Any amount of support will help! Together we can make this dream a reality!

Our Vision: The Topeka Cat Cafe isn't just a dream of ours; it's a vision deeply rooted in the urgent issue of cat overpopulation in shelters. We believe in a brighter future for our local cats, and we want to change the way people view pet adoption.

Fostering Local Cats & promoting adoption: We're partnering with a local shelter to provide a safe haven for cats in need. These cats will receive love and care while they wait for their forever homes.
Raising Awareness: The Topeka Cat Cafe will be a hub for educating our community. Our goal is to advocate for responsible pet ownership and support spaying/neutering initiatives. By tackling the root cause, we can prevent more cats from ending up on the streets or in overcrowded shelters.
Community Hub: At it's heart, a cat cafe as a cultural community hub is a place where the love for cats becomes a common language, fostering connections, dialogue, and a unique sense of togetherness that defines the spirit of the community. It's a whimsical space where cultural diversity is not only acknowledged but joyfully embraced, creating a vibrant mosaic that encapsulates the unique charm of the cat-loving community.
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Why We Need Your Support: Starting a cat cafe is a big endeavor, and we can't do it alone. Your support is vital in transforming this idea into a reality and it will directly contribute to:

Creating Two Separate Spaces: To ensure the welfare of both cats and customers, we need to build two separate spaces within our cafe – one for the cafe experience and one for the cats. This separation will guarantee a healthy and enjoyable environment for everyone involved.
A Healthy and Fun Environment: Cats need a safe, fun, and engaging environment. Your support will help us design and furnish these spaces with the best cat-friendly amenities, ensuring that our feline residents thrive and enjoy their time at the cafe.

Hiring the Right Team: Our team will consist of dedicated individuals who share our passion for cats and our vision for the cafe. We believe in employing staff who not only possess the necessary skills but also understand the significance of our mission.
Your backing will help us launch the Topeka Cat Cafe and create a space where cats can flourish and families can find their next furry companions. Join us in making this dream a reality!

Join Us in Making a Difference: April and Toni, together with your support, aim to bring positive change to Topeka. The Topeka Cat Cafe is not just about a cafe with cats; it's a movement that can transform our community.

By backing us, you are helping to create a haven for cats, raise awareness about the issue of overpopulation, and provide a unique solution to this problem. With your support, we can work towards a future where fewer cats face the harsh realities of life on the streets, and more people will enjoy time with those cats, and find joy in adopting a new feline friend.

Donate Today and Help Us Launch Topeka Cat Cafe!

Thank you for joining us on this journey. Together, we can make Topeka a better place for cats and cat lovers, one paw at a time. Follow along on Facebook, instagram, and Tiktok!

Additional Details:

What does a cat cafe look like?

A venue with 2 separate entrances! One side will be a cafe and the other a cat lounge.

If you'd rather not hang out in the cat lounge, you can still watch our adorable kitties from the cafe side through a glass window.

More about April & Toni:

A Fateful Reunion

Our journey began with a twist of fate.

We knew each other from our high school days many years ago, but hadn't seen each other for a whole 12 years.

It was a chance encounter on a national cat cafe Facebook group that brought us back together.

Toni shared her dream of opening a cat cafe in this Facebook group, and that post appeared on April's feed less than an hour later.

April, a lifelong cat enthusiast, with the same dream, couldn't resist the opportunity to reconnect. We met up, and from that moment, everything just seemed to fall into place.

Meet April Liang:

April's love for cats dates back to when she was a mere 2 years old. Throughout her life, she's been a cat magnet, caring for countless feline friends. At a young age, her passion shined through in her commitment to rescuing abandoned kittens and nurturing them back to health, bottle-feeding them until they could eat on their own.

At home, April shares her life with two fantastic feline companions, Ajax and Berry. Ajax, a rescue from Helping Hands Humane Society, is especially fond of children and spreads joy wherever he goes. Berry can often be found perched in a quiet corner, quietly studying the world around her, seemingly plotting her next playful adventure from the sidelines.

With a degree in Cultural Anthropology, from Washburn University, April brings a unique perspective to our cat cafe venture.

Her extensive background in business management, systems, technology, marketing, and customer experience, accumulated over nearly a decade as the co-owner of a real estate business, makes her an ideal founder for this venture.

In 2016, she founded Topeka's Generosity Network, a thriving local business organization where community members and business owners come together to share knowledge, offer support, and create a strong, interconnected community.

At Topeka's Generosity Network, April has interacted with hundreds of business owners and community members, gaining insights into the intricacies, specialized knowledge, and industry secrets of various local enterprises. Over the years, she's provided coaching and mentoring to others pursuing their entrepreneurial dreams.

Her dream of opening a cat cafe is now becoming a reality, and with her background, skills, and unwavering passion for cats, April is determined to make it a purr-fect success.

Meet Toni Fowler

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Toni is a passionate animal lover with a lifelong devotion to cats. Her journey began as a child, convincing her parents to adopt a cat when they only owned dogs. Soon, she started adopting more feline companions.

While she briefly attended Kansas State University, Toni completed her education at Orange Coast Community College in California. Afterward, she worked at the Helping Hands Humane Society in Lawrence, KS. She currently works in accounting & taxation at her family's business.

In addition to her main role, Toni is engaged in a side e-commerce project aimed at raising funds for animals in need, covering companion animals, wildlife, and more.

Toni's dedication to her cats extends to their diet. She acquired a meat grinder to prepare healthy homemade meals, sparking her interest in nutrition, preventative health, and holistic practices.

Currently, she shares her life with seven charming felines: Charlie, Finn, Django, Ziggy, Tank, Meatwad, and Wolfgang. Ziggy is the lone female among them. Most are rescues, each with unique personalities that keep Toni on her toes! Sadly, she recently lost her oldest cat, Jack, to hyperthyroidism, further fueling her passion for raising awareness about this condition.

Paws for a Cause: Topeka Cat Cafe

At our Cat Cafe, we will make feline dreams come true