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Dorothy Edwards, a queer mom and community organizer in Alexandria, VA, is raising funds to launch Friends of Dorothy Cafe — a joyful, inclusive, family-friendly café and community space that centers LGBTQ+ families, youth, artists, and allies.
Support the campaign: https://gofund.me/e4eaea15
A Café With a Mission
Named after the historic code phrase 'Friend of Dorothy,' the café will honor queer legacy while offering coffee, wine, events, and a community hub for creative expression and connection. Dorothy and her wife are raising their family in Alexandria and envision this space as a home for intergenerational queer and trans joy and resilience. “This isn’t just about another coffee shop. It’s about building a space where queer families and allies feel safe, seen, and celebrated,” says Edwards.
What the Café Will Offer
- Specialty coffee, wine, pastries, and light bites from queer and trans vendors around the DMV
- Rotating art and handmade goods from queer and trans makers
- Inclusive, family-friendly community events like drag story time, trivia, and open mics
- A gathering place for queer joy, creativity, and belonging
