In the blink of an eye, our lives at Oneta Station Diner changed forever when a vehicle crashed through our restaurant, leaving behind devastation, injuries, and emotional trauma. Our diner is more than just a business — it’s a family. Right now, our owner is facing the overwhelming task of rebuilding what took so much hard work to create. While we are hopeful to be back up and running in the next few weeks, we know there is still a long road ahead of us.

Along with the physical damage to the restaurant, several of our employees are now without work while repairs are being made, leaving them struggling to make ends meet. One of our employees was seriously injured in the accident and is now undergoing surgery, facing a long and difficult road to recovery. Others who were directly involved are carrying the weight of this traumatic experience, both physically and emotionally.

We are asking for support to help ease the financial burden during this incredibly difficult time — to assist our injured employee with medical and recovery expenses, help support our staff while they are out of work, and aid in rebuilding our diner so we can reopen our doors and continue serving the community we love. Any donation, no matter the amount, means the world to us. If you’re unable to give, sharing this fundraiser and keeping our team in your thoughts and prayers is just as appreciated. Thank you for standing with us during this heartbreaking time.