Help Support Thai Heart During Their Time of Need

If you live in Scotts Valley, you already know that Thai Heart is more than a restaurant. It is a place filled with warmth, kindness, and food that comes straight from the heart. Owners Richie and Sarah have been a beloved part of our community for years, the kind of neighbors who bring us extra fruit just to share. They quietly show up when people need them most. During the CZU fires, they didn’t hesitate for a moment before jumping in to cook for firefighters and evacuees, feeding anyone who needed comfort in a difficult time. We've heard a few stories of children coming there when their parent were late for a pick-up; it's a beloved safe space with the BEST people.

Now, Thai Heart needs us.

This past week, Richie underwent an emergency surgery to remove a tumor from his brain. It was sudden and frightening, and the recovery ahead is long. As Richie heals, Sarah is doing everything she can to care for him while also carrying the weight of the business on her shoulders. Normally, Richie runs the front of the house and greets everyone with his warm smile while Sarah works her magic in the kitchen. Without Richie by her side, and with the emotional strain of his recovery, they are facing a heartbreaking and overwhelming moment.

As their neighbors and friends here at the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce, we are stepping in to help however we can. For now, Thai Heart will serve as a to go restaurant, so Richie can concentrate on his recovery. We have encouraged her to take this time with him and to reopen AFTER Thanksgiving, but this necessary pause puts them in a uncertain financial position.

This is where our community can make a real difference! This is what Scotts Valley is BEST at!

If you can donate, even five dollars, you will be helping this family stay afloat during the hardest moment of their lives. Our Chamber team will be working hard over the next month and beyond to help feed their regulars, and when Richie is stronger and Sarah is ready, we hope you will come support them in person. January, February, and March will be especially important months to visit Thai Heart, try their incredible food, and remind them how loved they are. Put a date night in your calendar for the new year, it's a win/win.

Richie and Sarah brighten our days with their generosity, their food, and their spirit. They have shown up for us time and time again. Now it is our turn to show up for them and to ease as much stress as possible while they focus on healing.

If you are able, please donate. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.