southpaw is a volunteer-run cafe and community space built by, and for, the new river valley in southwest virginia

all proceeds from our merchandise sales are directly invested back into the community, funding mutual aid programs, community projects, and more.

Physical Location: 700 N Main St, Suite E, Blacksburg, VA, 24060 (by North Main St roundabout above and behind Mill Mountain Coffee, across the hall from the Wax Studio & Brow Bar)

how do i get involved?

there are so many different ways to support this mission as well as collaborate in this community space! for more information, check out our "how to get involved" page. if you are interested in volunteering, email us at futureeconomycollective@gmail.com or come to a monthly volunteer orientation (stay tuned for our new volunteer orientation series in the new year)!

what community projects are involved?

currently, the proceeds from our merchandise go towards the operation of our space and mutual aid projects! funds go towards our essential needs distributions and stocking our community fridge & pantry. for more information, check out our community fridge page.

community fridge page

what is a sliding scale?

our sales operate according to a sliding scale! this means that people have the option to pay what they can for each item -- this helps us provide items at a lower cost so that more people may access them! if you have stable income, considerable savings, and/or minimal economic stress, we suggest you choose tier 2 or tier 3 prices!

for community members, by community members

currently we are fully volunteer-run -- we operate almost entirely on grassroots donations, especially from our monthly supporters.

want to support us on the regular?

Community Free Fridge Location

The community free fridge & pantry, warm clothing drawers, and seed share are now located at:

305 Washington St SW, Blacksburg, VA, 24060

Parking access is located at the intersection of Clay St and Harrell St, where the parking lot is located. The most accessible path to the fridge & pantry is through this parking lot.

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