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Angela Yee: Coffee Uplifts People (CUP)

At Be Well Bro, we believe in uplifting communities through meaningful connections, and that's why we're proud to spotlight Coffee Uplifts People (CUP) in our Community Corner.

Founded in 2020 by Tony Forte, Angela Yee, and LaRon Batchelor, Coffee Uplifts People (CUP) is more than a coffee brand—it’s a movement. Rooted in Diversity, Inclusion, Representation, and Equity (D.I.R.E.), CUP uplifts communities by ensuring fair compensation and sustainable practices through direct-trade relationships across Ethiopia, Peru, Indonesia, Mexico, Kenya, and Brazil.

With a 100% People of Color (POC) supply chain, CUP is committed to equity and empowerment. Roasted in Brooklyn, each batch reflects the culture and energy of its communities, proving that coffee can be a powerful force for change, connection, and justice.

Join us in celebrating CUP and their mission to Unlock the Promise of Coffee—one cup at a time.

More Organizations we Love & Support

  • Kings Against Violence Initiative Inc. (KAVI), is dedicated to preventing and eliminating interpersonal violence among young people in Brooklyn, NY, through advocacy, peer leadership, community engagement, and social justice initiatives.

  • Assembly Member Stefani L. Zinerman advocates for Bedford-Stuyvesant and Crown Heights, championing minority and women-owned businesses, sustainability, and education. She works to secure resources for healthcare, economic growth, and community empowerment, ensuring residents thrive.

  • The Door provides vital support to New York City youth, offering free, comprehensive services in education, career development, health, housing, and legal assistance. Committed to empowerment and equity, they create a safe and inclusive space where young people can access the resources they need to reach their full potential.

  • Roca Inc. disrupts cycles of poverty, violence, and incarceration by helping young people build skills for a brighter future. Through relentless outreach, job training, and behavioral therapy, Roca empowers at-risk youth to transform their lives and communities.

  • The Bedford-Stuyvesant Volunteer Ambulance Corps (BSVAC), recognized as the nation’s first multi-racial volunteer ambulance service, has been delivering emergency medical services and training programs since 1988.

  • One Brooklyn Health is committed to providing high-quality, accessible healthcare to Brooklyn’s diverse communities. Focused on equity and wellness, they offer essential medical services, preventive care, and specialized programs to improve health outcomes for all. Through their hospitals, clinics, and community initiatives, One Brooklyn Health ensures that every resident—regardless of background—receives the care they deserve.

  • Stephanie Schiavenato is the founder of a doula company that provides ongoing, non-judgmental support throughout the birthing process. She also shares valuable tips and resources for fathers, empowering them to play an active role in their family's journey.

  • Black Men Build is a national collective dedicated to empowering Black communities through political education, economic self-sufficiency, and mutual aid. Focused on leadership, advocacy, and community organizing, they provide tools and resources to help Black men lead positive change.

  • The B.R.O. Experience Foundation is 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Brooklyn, NY dedicated to supporting young men of color in their mental health, intellectual growth, and life success. Founded by Barry Cooper, an esteemed educator with over a decade of experience in public schools, state agencies, and community organizing, B.R.O. delivers a range of programs including youth summer camp, out-of-school services, music therapy workshops, fatherhood cohorts, and operates a community wellness center, The BRO Space, in the heart of Bedford Stuyvesant. 

  • The Brotherhood Sister Sol (BroSis) empowers Black and Latinx youth through mentorship, education, and leadership development. Dedicated to social justice, they provide holistic programming in the arts, activism, career readiness, and wellness—equipping young people with the tools to create positive change in their lives and communities.

  • An initiative of the Obama Foundation, My Brother’s Keeper Alliance empowers boys and young men of color through mentorship, education, and community support. By fostering leadership and opportunity, MBK works to eliminate barriers and create pathways for success.

  • Financial Revolutionn is committed to closing the racial wealth gap by providing financial literacy, investment education, and wealth-building strategies. Focused on empowering Black and Brown communities, they offer workshops and resources to create lasting economic change.

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