Note: We are republishing this story, which originally made the news in March 2016.
A waitress in Colorado went viral after using social media to make a powerful point about tipping in America. After receiving a $0 tip on a $187.43 bill, server Taylar Cordova photographed the receipt and shared it on Facebook, along with a passionate message aimed at customers who don’t tip.

Her post explained the real-life impact of stiffing servers, who often rely almost entirely on gratuities to survive. Cordova wrote that when people choose not to tip, it means unpaid bills, missed meals, and sacrifices for families. Even a few dollars, she said, can make the difference between having groceries for the week or going without.