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Monday 11am - 1pm Tuesday 11am - 1pm Thursday 11am - 1pm Friday 11am - 1pm Saturday 10am - 12pm Sunday 10am - 12pm

12 Baskets Cafe: a program of Asheville Poverty Initiative

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Building Community and Educating about the Realities of Poverty Asheville Poverty Initiative's mission is to build community and promote economic justice.

Dismantling stereotypes, reducing fear, and empowering hope through telling stories across socio-economic difference. We envision a beloved community that celebrates mutuality, abundance, and justice.

12 Baskets Cafe is located at Asheville Poverty Initiative's community space, 610 Haywood Rd., beneath Firestorm Bookstore - entrance is in the back off of State St.

10/30/2026

That's a wrap on this season's garden! Thanks to everyone who put effort into making it such a beautiful space to have lunch and spend time with friends.

09/30/2026

Join us tomorrow at The Whale WAVL :: Asheville Craft B**r Bar for basket case trivia!

The party starts at 5 & Trivia with Calyx Karen Kotiw begins at 6pm!

Treats will be for purchase from The West End Bakery!

Watch the video for a question that you will *definitely* get asked tomorrow night!

All money raised will go back to our beloved 12 Baskets Cafe!

09/28/2026

A HUGE thank you to for sponsoring our trivia FUNraiser this Thursday night.

Special treats will be available for purchase at the event with ALL proceeds going back to our beloved 12 Baskets Cafe.

The party starts at 5 pm, and Trivia begins at 6 pm all at

09/26/2026

Join us today in Pack Square for Blue Ridge Pride!

We have T-shirts, free stickers, tattoos, candy, and more!!

Today from noon to 6 pm!

09/23/2026

Look at that dish pit! Chris and Dave rocked it!

If you ever want to volunteer with us and join in on the fun, come in any Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday around 10:30 and we will put you to work!

09/16/2026

We’re looking for our next Executive Director!

As Asheville Poverty Initiative enters its next chapter, we’re looking for someone to help lead our work of building community and educating about the realities of poverty.

If you’re a collaborative leader who cares about community, equity, and building a more beloved Asheville, we’d love to hear from you.

Full-time | $80,000/year | West Asheville

Learn more about the position and apply at the link in our bio!

09/15/2026

Asheville Poverty Initiative invites the community to Basket Case Trivia Night on Thursday, October 1st, at in West Asheville.

Neighbors are encouraged to bring a friend, grab a drink, and enjoy an evening of fun while supporting a local cause. The event will feature five rounds of themed trivia, prizes for the top teams, and plenty of laughs.

All proceeds benefit Asheville Poverty Initiative, which operates 12 Baskets Café, a pay-nothing café in West Asheville where everyone is welcome at the table. Proceeds from this event will help sustain the café’s mission of sharing abundance and building community across differences.

Event Details
LOCATION: The Whale, West Asheville
DATE: Thursday, October 1st
TIME: Party starts at 5 p.m. | Trivia begins at 6 p.m.
Teams of 2–6 players welcome, with prizes for winners!

This event is part of The Whale’s Monthly Round Up, where customers can round up their tab at checkout to support 12 Baskets Café throughout October.

“Basket Case Trivia Night is about bringing people together, whether over food, drink, or laughter, and reminding us that community is built when we show up for one another,” said Shelly Baker, communications and outreach coordinator at Asheville Poverty Initiative.

09/14/2026

Wondering what's for lunch?? Come and see what we are cooking up at the cafe! Whatever it is I guarantee a good time.

09/14/2026

We had so much fun today at Asheville Drag Brunch

Thanks to everyone who came out and supported and huge thanks to the Drag Brunch crew for inviting us to be the non profit for the event.

What a wonderful community we have!

09/08/2026

It takes a village! Thank you to everyone who donates to our free grocery store. Whether it's protein drinks like Dale or working the store like Leo, we are thankful for it all!

Address

610 Haywood Road Ste. B
Asheville, NC
28806

Opening Hours

Monday	11am - 1pm
Tuesday	11am - 1pm
Thursday	11am - 1pm
Friday	11am - 1pm
Saturday	10am - 12pm
Sunday	10am - 12pm

Telephone

+18282322149

Website

http://www.ashevillepovertyinitiative.org/

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