We build community through coffee and create opportunities for young women of color and gender expansive youth by propelling them from coffee to career.
COFFEE. CULTURE. COMMUNITY.
Invest in the future of Flava - today!
Flava Cafe will be honored with the Alice O’Brien Award: honoring a women-owned business that is committed to equity and empowerment. Thank you City of Saint Paul, Council-woman Anika Bowie (Ward 1) for honoring Flava Cafe with the 2024 Alice O'Brien Business Award. We are grateful to and for our community for their continuous investment and care in Flava.
Saint Paul Business Award 2024 Recipient
Flava Café General Benefit Corporation is a social enterprise community café invested in offering quality coffee, food, service and programming that eliminates disparities for young women of color and gender expansive youth one latte at a time.
The Flava Way:
Pouring Opportunities. Preserving Dreams
Flava Café is more than just a coffee shop—it's a space where dreams are nurtured, and futures are built. Since our inception, we've been dedicated to empowering young women of color and gender-expansive youth, providing them with the skills, confidence, and community support they need to thrive.
Work Experience & Coaching - Flava Café provides a safe and affirming place for young people to develop new skills , chart pathways to confidence and capability
Community & Culture - More than a coffee shop Flava represents economic empowerment, community development, and cultural preservation. Our savory Flavas are locally sourced to support the local economy and small businesses – view our menu here!
Our community:
“[ I love being able to have such a beautiful, and culturally grounded space in my community”.
“[ This place is a vibe, a moment, and a fresh breeze. If the playlist doesn't soothe your soul, get yourself some sustenance from the counter”.
Meet Shaunie Grigsby
Founder & CEO of Flava Café
Shaunie is a youth development practitioner, mentor, and social entrepreneur who knows firsthand the professional and personal impact of walking alongside a supportive circle of women and peers.
Her supportive experience led to 10 years of developing strategic programs, building community partnerships, and working directly with youth ages 15-24 and now to a business venture that amplifies her work and impact in the community.
Through Flava Café, Shaunie plans to recreate the same supportive environment that helped her thrive for other young women of color and gender expansive youth. By leveraging an intersectional framework, Shaunie intends to build a safe and inclusive workplace based in empathy and apply strategic initiatives that promote high-quality results for young women of color and gender expansive youth.
THE BLEND
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Flava Café is more than just a coffee shop—it's a space where dreams are nurtured, and futures are built. But today, we need your help to continue this vital work. Make your investment to fortify our future today.
Private Event Rental
Book Your Private Event Today! Experience the magic of Flava Coffee & Café's private event space – a venue that embraces diversity, fosters connections, and celebrates black culture. Contact us now to schedule a tour and consultation.
