WAKE UP
AT THE HOUSE.
The House Cafe is a not for profit cafe seeking to put back our earnings into the community of Ogden through the selling of coffee, pastries, teas, & more.
300+ Books
read to kids through the Early Learning Center
$5000+
given in teen scholarships for college, camps, & school activites
10,000+ Hours
volunteer hours annually by both teens and adults alike.
$30,000+
invested back into the community through the operation of Teen Center Events, OCC Youth Night, and Community Events since 2017
THE HOUSE CAFe
A not for profit coffee shop That IS re-investing profits into our community.
Our mission is to combat generational and cyclical poverty in Ogden, Kansas. Poverty is often generational because of the mentality and behaviors children adopt through their developmental years, often times these behaviors are normalized in their homes and community. These behaviors lead to poverty and dependency as an adult. To counter this, we operate a non-profit coffee shop where students volunteer. Through this process, we mentor, influence, challenge, and confront behaviors and thought processes that contribute to a life of poverty. Profits, grants, and donations are also invested in the attached teen center used for youth activities, tutoring, and various community events to get our youth off the streets and into a safe and structured environment.
In November we opened a low-income childcare center to engage the “Poverty mentality” as young of an age as possible. We are income based and have built a curriculum specific to the issues that low-income children face. Through all of these efforts, our goal is to foster a spirit of independence and self-reliance so that these young adults are equipped and capable of providing for their own needs.
TEA & OTHER Beverages
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Bubble teas $4 | $5.50
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Herbal Tea (8-10 min steep) $2.75 | $3.25 | $3.75
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Green Tea $2.75 | $3.25 | $3.75
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Thai Tea $4.50 | $6.00
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Taro (iced or blended) $4.50 | $6.00
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Dark/Black Tea (2-5 minute Steep) $2.75 | $3.25 | $3.75
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Oolong Tea (4.5 minute steep) $2.75 | $3.25 | $3.75
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London fog $3.50 | $4 | $4.50
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Chai Tea $4.25 | $4.75 | $5.25
Extras!
THE MENU
THE HOUSE CAFE
We serve a variety of pastries and beverages that are sure to hit the spot. Stop by today or take a look at our full menu.
COFFEE & ESPRESSO
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DRIP COFFEE $2 | $2.50 | $3
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AMERICANO $2.75 | $3.00 | $4
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LATTE $3.75 | $4.25 | $5.25
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CAPPUCCINO $3.75 | $4.25 | $5.25
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FLAT WHITE $3.75 | $4.25 | $5.25
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COLD BREW $3.50 | $4.50
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Flavored LATTE / cappuccino $4.25 | $4.75 | $6.25
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ESPRESSO Shot $2.25
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AFFOGATO (espresso + ice cream) $3.75
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MACCHIATO $2.75
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CORTADO $3.25
Flavors
Caramel, Maple spice, Spice Brown Sugar, Chocolate, Peanut Butter, Toasted Marshmallow, cinnamon, peppermint, coconut, pumpkin spice, toffee nut, gingerbread, pumpkin pie, vanilla, honey, raspberry, white chocolate, hazelnut, rose, s.f. white chocolate, lavender, salted caramel, s.f. caramel
ADD-INs
BECOME A VOLUNTEER
The House Cafe is a non-profit that is supported by you, the community. We’re growing more and more every day and looking for volunteers to expand The House Cafe into a recreational space for kids of all ages. If you’re looking to volunteer with us, please feel free to sign up online today!
Learn more about the Refuel Teen Center, and how we’ve provided
a fun, safe learning environment for kids of all ages.
Learn more about The Way Early Learning Center, where we provide early childcare services from newborns to toddlers.
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SINCE 2014
OUR HISTORY
2014
WHERE WE STARTED
Chris and Quinn begin praying about leaving their church and starting an organization that serves the needs of the community outside of a typical “church” structure after a workday with local youth.
2015
the house cafe popup
Chris and Quinn, with the help of Barnabas Movement Inc., begin negotiations with a property owner in Ogden, KS. During this time, they begin demolition and cleanout of his property as negotiations progress. Meanwhile, The House Cafe starts as a “Popup” booth where students help sell bubble teas at various events.
2016
the beginning for the house
A contract is finalized and construction is underway on the property that will become The House Cafe. The original design of the property (by the previous owner) was four apartment units. After purchasing the property, the first project is separating the building into two sections, setting aside one space for the future “Refuel” Teen center.
2017
The house cafe opens
Construction finalizes and the House Cafe opens for business on August 30, 2017. Students begin volunteering in the coffee shop, earning promotions and earning a paid internship where they learn personal budgeting, bookkeeping, and take part in practice interviews, preparing them for a career and a life of independence.
2018
beginning construction
Earlier than expected, the funds are raised to begin construction on the teen center, on the separate wing of the building. Starting the process over, demolition and cleanout begins so that construction can start.
2019
The teen center opens
After over a year of construction the Teen Center opens, and is utilized for game nights, tutoring, pottery, and as a safe space for local youth to go.
2020
THe covid year..
The Covid year. The teen center is used for tutoring and activities. Through this time we see many students become apathetic to school, attendance, and homework. Simultaneously the old gas station across the street goes up for sale, which prompts the vision of beginning a low income childcare center, to combat the poverty mentality before it starts, in November we purchase 301 Riley Ave and begin construction on a low income Childcare center.
2021
Beginning again
Beginning over… Again, we begin the process of demolition and clean out of the property to prepare for construction. Just as the case was with 230 Riley (The House Cafe) the building is packed with items needing disposal, we spend the spring part of summer clearing out the building.
2022
THE EARLY LEARNING CENTER
Construction is underway at the Early Learning Center, events are occurring at Refuel Teen center, and The House Care is growing as a small business. Many gears are turning in 2022 and this year the vision of changing a mentality before it starts is becoming a reality. At the end of 2022 (November), the income-based Childcare Center opens.
2023
PROGRESS
All three phases are in motion at this point in time. We are influencing the mentality, behaviors, and habits of kids from 2-18 years old. Our goal is to challenge these kids and teens to be reach their full potential, overcome obstacles, persevere, and adopt a spirit of excellence in everything they do.