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Setting up GoFundMe to help raise money for The Old Pink

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — Following a large fire Monday morning at the Old Pink in Buffalo, there has been an outpouring of support for the popular Allentown bar.

A GoFundMe page has been created to help raise money for what has become a community staple and second home for so many.

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The money raised will be used to help the bar owner and staff.

The message on GoFundMe reads:

As you may have heard, around 5:30 a.m. on June 17, The Old Pink, 223 Allen Street, caught fire and has since been deemed a total loss. Luckily everyone is safe, but we are all trying to deal with this news as best we can. Molly Brinkworth has navigated the past 33 years of ownership through her love of the business. She’s the hardest-working person I know, she gives without asking for anything in return, and if you’ve had the pleasure of sharing a drink or a shot of Rumple Minze, then you already know how much she loved her job. Supported by an incredible staff, you probably knew who you were going to see working each night and looked forward to it. It is difficult for all of us to find the words to express this type of loss.

The bar was a staple in the Buffalo community and chances are you’ll have an interesting story to share after a late night at Pink. It has become a home, a family for many people. Open daily, it was the first place you wanted to cheer home on Thanksgiving Day, or the perfect place to grab a steak sandwich on Christmas Eve, the place you could always count on to have you covered meet or make new friends, and so that all generations can enjoy it. . It was…now it’s gone.
We are asking for your assistance in dealing with the emerging situation that has been imposed on our owner, our staff and the difficulties ahead. We don’t know what’s next, but we want to thank everyone who reached out. We hope you can be patient as we will update the information as soon as possible. Until then, let’s raise a glass to the legacy of 223 Allen St. Cheers to all the good times.

The Old Pink shared a statement on his Instagram Story. He said: “Thank you everyone for your love and support. Today has been a devastating day for our staff, our community and the Brinkworth family. The Old Pink is currently being demolished and by the end of the day, it will be completely gone. Please come to the site and mourn with us. Our legacy will live on through you.

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7 News spoke with The Old Pink’s manager. He says he’s not sure what’s next for the bar. But he says, “We don’t want this to be the end.” You can watch his interview with 7 News presenter Lia Lando in the video player at the top of the page.

The fire is currently under investigation. Authorities say the flames caused $1.25 million in damage.

Crews demolished The Old Pink Monday afternoon after the massive fire.

7 News spoke with community members who shared their memories of the bar.

‘My heart is broken’: Crews demolish The Old Pink in Buffalo after massive fire

They also shared memories of his famous steak sandwich.

“A legendary sandwich”: remembering The Old Pink and its famous steak sandwich