Goodwill

Our Values

Five Principles of Ethical Trade

Fairness
Longevity
Opportunity
Water
Strictly Earth Conscious

Together, we can grow towards a more sustainable future.

Neighborhood

In addition to supporting our coffee-producing communities, we seek to support, nurture, and enhance the local neighborhoods that are home to our cafes. From providing free coffee to a nearby homeless shelter to helping with the community garden across the street, we work hard to engage with our environment and create meaningful connections with our neighbors.

Mindful of the Planet

Here at La Colombe, we are keenly aware of where our coffee comes from, how it was grown, and, most importantly, the needs of the people involved in the coffee’s journey from seed to cup. We care deeply about the wellbeing of coffee-growing communities, and we strive to implement the best business practices to increase that wellbeing.

Thoughtful of People

As one of the early pioneers of direct trade, we pride ourselves on proactive, long-term relationships with small-holder farms and socially responsible coffee-growing associations. For us, the quality of our coffee starts with the quality of these relationships. By working directly with farmers to create mutually beneficial partnerships, we can increase transparency in the supply chain, guide farming practices to yield better and better beans, and support the livelihoods of coffee-producing communities.

Haiti Coffee Academy

Founded in 2013, the Haiti Coffee Academy supports coffee farmers in the southeast region of Haiti through education, training, materials, and market access. Haiti is a place that is close to our hearts, and where coffee production has suffered in recent decades. We are committed to supporting the Haitian coffee industry by buying a significant amount of Haitian coffee each year and bringing their beautiful beans to the U.S. Learn more about the Haiti Coffee Academy here.

Learn more about the Haiti Coffee Academy Here

Water

Around the world, millions of people and thousands of communities lack access to clean drinking water. We believe that access to water is an inherent human right, and we partner with organizations who share this philosophy. By providing free drinking water in our cafes, we seek to raise awareness about water initiatives in the hopes that one day, everyone will have equal access to this life-giving resource.