Fonte Coffee Roaster Underwrites Classroom Supplies For A Year

On January 10 at 3:30 p.m., Fonte Cafe & Wine Bar will host a special celebration for the Moonbeam classroom from the Pike Market Child Care and Preschool (PMCCP), where they will sip hot chocolate and nibble on some afternoon treats. Owner Paul Odom of Seattle's Fonte Coffee Roaster will present the Pike Market kids and faculty with a check in the amount of $11,000 - the profits raised from sales of Fonte's 2011 "Limited Edition Holiday Blend". This significant donation will underwrite a year's worth of school supplies for all four classrooms at PMCCP, and assist the organization in reaching its goal of making high quality childcare and preschool programs available to children in need.

"As a father of two and an ardent supporter of children's programs, Pike Market Child Care and Preschool is dear to my heart," said Paul Odom. "We are thankful for the espousal we received from Seattle and beyond. Your overwhelming support this holiday season has helped make a difference for so many children."

About the Pike Market Child Care and Preschool

Since 1982, The Pike Market Child Care and Preschool has annually served 90 - 100 families with children ages 18 months to five years, approximately 75 percent of whom receive tuition assistance. They have helped nourish children of all economic backgrounds by giving them access to high quality early learning programs; fostering a passion for knowledge by ensuring an opportunity to quality early education in a diverse urban environment.

The Preschool's program is nationally accredited, and is about one in ten percent of schools who have received this recognition for quality early education. Children in the program receive healthy meals, excellent care and build the social and learning skills necessary to succeed in kindergarten and beyond. Families in their program have the opportunity to work, job search or go to school, confident with the knowledge that their children are safe and nurtured. PMCCP believes that development prospers in a program that supports children's choices and play. For more information contact Executive Director Ellen Greene at ellen@pikemarketkids.org or www.pikemarketkids.org


About Fonte Coffee Roaster

Fonte Coffee Roaster, one of Seattle's premium independent roasters provides single origin and specialty coffees and tea for cafes, retailers, restaurants and hotels. The company was founded in 1992 by Seattle native Paul Odom to create coffees that would please the most discriminating enthusiast. Fonte's Master Roaster Steve Smith is committed to exceptional cup quality. He sources the best handpicked beans, blends compatible aromas and flavors with artisan quality, and roasts by hand with masterful expertise. Smith manages a rigorous roast to order production process that involves shipping on the same day of roasting, ensuring to-the-minute freshness. For more information about Fonte's finely crafted coffees, please visit www.fontecoffee.com

About Fonte Cafe & Wine Bar

Fonte Cafe & Wine Bar opened in August 2009. The Cafe is committed to serving the highest quality food, wine and coffee. The extensive menu boasts a variety of quality offerings for any time of day-whether it be a breakfast on the go, a quick business lunch or a lingering dinner for two. The wine list and cocktail menu present a wide range of offerings for anytime of day. The Cafe & Wine Bar is located at the Four Seasons Hotel Seattle, across from the Seattle Art Museum and just steps from Pike Place Market. Fonte Cafe is open Tuesday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday and Monday, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fonte's Happy Hour is served Monday through Friday, 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. For more information visit www.cafefonte.com.