A welcoming space for the Barton Village community
541 Eatery is a non‑profit, pay‑it‑forward café rooted in the Barton Village neighbourhood. The staff work alongside neighbours to address the impacts of isolation, poverty, and injustice.
Ameriga Alonzo shares her journey from diner to helping run the café, and how 541 has become a welcoming space where people can access good food and a sense of community. Established in what was once a virtual food desert, the café continues to bring people together. Hear from Ameriga, 541’s interim executive director and a Meridian Member since 2025, as she tells the story behind the impact.
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