Coffee for Human Flourishing.
At Awaken Cafe LA, coffee is our craft, but community is our calling. We believe that a coffee shop can be more than just a place to grab a quick caffeine fix—it can be an engine for good. That’s why we operate as a unique non-profit coffee shop dedicated entirely to the flourishing of our local and global community.
Our Model: People Over Profit
We do things a little differently around here. Our commitment to human flourishing starts from within and extends outward:
A Living Wage & No Tipping: We are proud to be a non-tipping establishment that pays our team a thriving, living wage. We believe hospitality professionals deserve stability, care, and respect.
Strategic Partnerships: Every cup we pour is tied to a greater purpose. We strategically partner with organizations that share our vision for human flourishing—from ethically sourcing our coffee from farmers who are treated fairly, to donating our proceeds to partner non-profits doing vital work in Los Angeles.
Our Space: A Gift to the Community
We wouldn't be able to do this alone. We are deeply grateful for our connection to Vineyard Church, who generously allows us to utilize their beautiful courtyard and gallery space completely free of charge.
Because of their generosity, we are able to provide you with a peaceful, welcoming oasis in the middle of Los Angeles.
Whether you are enjoying an espresso under the open sky of the courtyard, working hard at our co-working tables in the gallery, this space was created for you to pause, breathe, and gather.
Come for the coffee. Stay for the community.