This year, I've decided to step outside my comfort zone and run in the Rio Linda Chamber of Commerce's annual Mayor's Race on behalf of Friends of Felines Rescue.

If you’re not from around here, you probably have no idea what the Mayor’s Race is all about. Here are some quick facts about the race.

There is no actual power or pay or anything, it’s a title. With that title, I’d like to raise awareness of a huge problem that many communities face: CAT OVER POPULATION! I’d also like to help raise funds for FoF because, rescuing costs a lot.

Feral cats don't fix themselves.

If you're tired of unwanted litters, fleas, spraying, fighting, and seeing homeless cats in our neighborhoods, there is a solution.

Every vote for me helps Friends of Felines Rescue:

• Trap community cats

• Provide spay/neuter services El

• Provide lifesaving medical care

• Find loving homes whenever possible

Friends of Felines Rescue was founded in Rio Linda, but our mission extends far beyond our hometown. We proudly serve Rio Linda, Sacramento, Natomas, North Highlands, Antelope, Elverta, Roseville, Auburn, Elk Grove and surrounding communities. If there are cats in need, we'll go wherever we can to help save them.

When we work together, we create:

• Fewer unwanted litters

• Less suffering

• Fewer nuisance issues like spraying and fighting

• Reduced flea populations

• Healthier cats

• Safer, cleaner neighborhoods

I’d like to mention that Friends of Felines does not receive funding from government sources, and has to pay for spay neuter appointments just like the public.

This isn't just about cats—it's about creating healthier, safer neighborhoods for everyone.

A vote for Zafahnah is a vote for real change.

Every vote costs just $1, and 75% of every dollar raised goes directly to Friends of Felines Rescue, (and 25% goes to the Chamber of Commerce) to help fund spay/neuter surgeries, medical care, food, and rescue efforts for cats in need.

Simply scan the Venmo QR code to vote, or if you'd prefer to pay with cash, just ask—we're happy to help.

Together, we can make a lasting difference—one cat, one neighborhood, and one vote at a time.

Vote Zafahnah.

Vote for the Cats.

Vote for Our Community.