233 12th Street, SE
“Dear PoPville,
Save Mott’s Market
Neighbors in the Capitol Hill community are banding together to save their corner market, and they need more help.
Since 1916, the corner market at 233 12th St. SE has been a staple in the Capitol Hill community. Known as Mott’s Market, families have come to know this corner market as a pantry, gathering place, and safe haven for the Capitol Hill neighborhood. Mott’s represents a way of life that is disappearing on Capitol Hill. We have lost many similar markets across the city in the past decade and fear we are about to lose another.
The owners of the 233 12th St. property, which includes the corner store, have put it up for sale. A coalition of neighbors are working together to purchase the property with the mission to preserve and revitalize the store. Their aim is to protect this community landmark but recognize that they cannot achieve their goals alone.
The “Save Mott’s Market” coalition has started a website where they hope neighbors, friends, and supporters of corner markets can sign up to get more involved. SaveMottsMarket.com. The group is currently looking for support via two tracks. First, they hope to solicit potential investor partners to help purchase the property. Second, they are launching a grassroots campaign to let developers know that the neighborhood is serious and willing to put up a fight to save their market.
The clock is ticking. In order to compete with developers, the coalition is looking to finalize commitments as soon as possible. Please reach out to [email protected] to inquire about how to support the cause.”