We are starting New Volunteer Orientation!

ORIENTATION FOR NEW VOLUNTEERS:

Join us on Tuesday mornings at 10:00 am for an orientation with our Executive Director Dr. Ben Williamson. Ben will lead an orientation session specifically designed for those new to volunteering at 12 Baskets Cafe. Learn about our mission, the impact we make, and how you can play a crucial role in serving the community. Following the orientation, new volunteers will have the opportunity to immediately apply their knowledge during a volunteer shift from 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM. This is a hands-on experience to actively contribute to our mission of addressing poverty and fostering a sense of community.

We've also built in time for new volunteers to enjoy lunch with their neighbors. It's not just about serving others but fostering connections within the community. We'll explore how our work at the café directly addresses poverty and builds the foundation for a Beloved Community. You can sign up here for our next orientation.

Art Meet Up

Thursday @ 1:00 pm in the 12 Baskets Cafe Garden

Join Julia from TrueJay Studio for a community art meet-up.

Some paper and donated supplies will be available for all to use but please bring any supplies you want to use or even some to share!

Julia will guide you in a prompt and collaboration in the beautiful garden space next to the cafe.

Divine's Drag Cabaret is a fundraiser for Asheville Poverty Initiative

30 days, mark your calendar! Thursday May 18th at 7pm, an outrageous drag show at Highland Brewing Company like Asheville has never seen! Divine's Drag Cabaret is a fundraiser for Asheville Poverty Initiative. Featuring world-class performances by drag royalty: Alexis, Diamond, Divine, and Natasha. Ages 21 and up. Tickets at www.highlandbrewing.com

Asheville Poverty Initiative has a mission is to build community and promote economic justice by dismantling stereotypes, reducing fear, and empowering hope through telling stories across socio-economic difference. They envision a beloved community that celebrates mutuality, abundance, and justice.

Divine’s Drag Cabaret is one of the most unique party experiences in Asheville. In fact, it’s the area’s only true “La Cage” drag show experience often featuring live singing and flashy Vegas-style costumes.

“We create a party from the moment you walk in the door with our unique brand of world-class drag entertainment that transports every guest to a fabulous world full of glitz, glamour, and great fun,” says show host Divine.

You’ll laugh and sing along with stellar drag performances to classic and modern music hits. Flirty performers will ensure you’ll have a blast. It’s a barrel of fun!
Divine’s Drag Cabaret productions are perfect for bachelor/ette parties, birthday parties, a fun night out, or just to see an amazing drag show in town!

Can't make it but still want to help us? DONATE HERE (https://buytickets.at/beardedladyproductions/839554)! All profits from our events are donated to over 15 local non-profits including Beloved Asheville, Blue Ridge Pride, Healing Solutions Counseling, Loving Food Resources, Open Hearts Arts, Make a Wish Foundation, OUR Voice, Youth OUTright, and more.

Mountain Xpress Best of Asheville

Hey Asheville community! We need your help to get 12 Baskets Café on the Mountain Xpress "Best of Asheville" guide for 2023!

The ballot is live now and open through April 30th. We would greatly appreciate your support by voting for us in the following categories:

  • Uniquely Asheville:

    • Nonprofit that Serves the Underprivileged

    • Nonprofit that Improves Asheville

  • Eats:

    • Nonprofit Helping with Hunger Issues

  • Farm, Yard, & Garden:

    • Community Garden

Your vote can make a big difference in helping us continue our mission of serving the underprivileged and addressing hunger issues in our community. Simply click on the link below to cast your vote:

https://mountainx.com/bestofwnc/

Thank you for your support! #BestofAsheville #Vote12BasketsCafe #CommunityNonprofit #UniquelyAsheville

Beer City Sisters Visit 12 Baskets Café

Shout out to the @beercitysisters for not only coming to help serve today at the Café but also the very generous donation. Y'all are welcome back anytime! Please give them a follow, to see what they are all about! The sisters are doing amazing things all around Asheville.🌈

If this inspires you or your organization and you want to get involved we would love to have you! Email us at contact@ashevillepovertyinitiative.org or check out our website for more ways to get involved.

Chocolate Abundance

Major THANK YOU to Chris with @foamy_homies & @grassrootsaidpartnership for the incredible bounty of @drbronner chocolate bars and soap! 🙌🍫 As you can see our community was very excited. We can't do what we do without people like you!

#supporteachother #togetherwerise #loveeachother #helpeachother #community #12basketscafe #westavl #ashevillepovertyinitiative #getfilled #DrBronners