St. Louis’s Sugarwitch Ice Cream Shop Is a Political Organizing Hub - Eater
"Sugarwitch, set in a historic former bakery in South City, St. Louis, offers a variety of ice cream sandwiches named after famous witches. The shop is known for its commitment to supporting local charities and advocating for political causes, especially queer rights and bodily autonomy. Since its inception as a pop-up in 2021, Sugarwitch has been actively involved in community events and fundraising efforts, collaborating with local organizations like the Missouri Abortion Fund, the St. Louis Metro Trans Umbrella Group, and St. Louis Queer Support and Healing. The shop also hosts events like QueerMess, a celebration of LGBTQ artists and vendors. Co-owners Sophie Mendelson and Martha Bass emphasize creating a community they want to live in, using their business as a platform for activism and support for the local LGBTQ community." - Mary Andino
