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Our Story

Coffee With A Purpose

A group of 7 special needs adults wearing a Holy Grounds Coffee branded apron and hats, plus holding Holy Grounds Coffee branded black mugs.

We are looking to create great coffee, with a great purpose, with even greater people behind it.

Holy Grounds Coffee Ltd. began in May 2021 and is a program of St. John of God Community Services, which is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. This organization has a mission to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities and to create a hospitable space where people may experience dignity and respect. Based in Westville, New Jersey, this St. John of God location provides multi-dimensional services to individuals and families throughout each stage of life. Our programs include Early Intervention, Adult Job Training and Day Services, Adult Therapeutic Recreation, Ticket to Work, Religious Education and Clinic Services.

When you buy our coffee you are supporting much more than a small business. You are impacting the lives of many loving people.

A woman with special needs wearing a Holy Grounds Coffee branded apron and black hat. The woman is holding a Holy Grounds Coffee bag and is giving a thumbs up with a smile.
A man with special needs pointing at his name written on a Holy Grounds Coffee bag.
A man in a wheelchair in front of a Bellwether coffee roaster with a Holy Grounds Coffee sign above it.
A man with special needs pointing at his name written on a Holy Grounds Coffee bag.
A man wearing a Holy Grounds Coffee branded apron and holding a Holy Grounds Coffee bag.

Our Goals

Employment

Holy Grounds Coffee was developed to provide employment opportunities for adults with special needs.  Our clients learn valuable job skills by roasting, weighing, and packaging our beloved coffee.  The clients are engrained in every aspect of Holy Grounds from our unique coffee bag design to community events.

Hospitality

Walking in the footsteps of our founder, Saint John of God, we provide compassionate hospitality to all.  We strive to make the world a better place by caring for each and every person we interact with.  

Quality

We strive to roast delicious and high quality coffee sourced from sustainable and impactful farms all around the world.  Our dedication to quality shows in every sip.

Click the image below to learn more about St. John of God Community Services

St. John of God Community Services logo with a cross and pomegranate.
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