The former 11-Worth Cafe building is getting new life.
Together Inc., one of the metro’s largest food pantries, is buying the former 11 Worth Cafe building to make room to continue serving record numbers of people amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. This week, Together Inc. surpassed 100,000 people served through its drive-thru pantry since March. That number eclipses the number of people typically served by Together Inc. in an entire year.
Mike Hornacek, president and CEO of Together, said the purchase of the nearby 11 Worth Cafe building will allow them to open up space for their food pantry, which currently shares space with its administrative offices at 24th and Leavenworth streets.
“We are pleased to announce the purchase of the former 11Worth Café property. During this time when we are faced with a growing need for our services, this adjacent property will provide the opportunity for us to continue to serve and meet the needs of those who are most vulnerable in our community. Thanks to the support from many people and organizations, we have become a go-to resource and we are committed to providing services in a safe manner for those who may have nowhere else to turn. As we have since our organization was founded in 1975, we look forward to joining hands with our entire community to connect with, and help, the disadvantaged in our community.”
In June, 11-Worth Cafe closed following protests over a menu item named after Civil War Confederate General Robert E. Lee and for racial comments made on social media by the owner's son.