The Monkey & The Elephant

Mission

A coffee shop where an ordinary purchase creates extraordinary impact! The Monkey & The Elephant is Philadelphia’s first and only non-profit coffee shop employing and supporting former foster youth. By choosing to purchase coffee and baked goods from our shop you are also supporting the former foster youth in our program. The mission of The Monkey & The Elephant (M&E) is to fortify former foster youth with personal and professional skills, employment, and the supportive community needed to lead a sustainable, independent life. We advance our mission through the Employment Training. Participants complete an intensive employment training program combining paid professional development, wrap around support and a part time job.

Together and guided by mentors, program employees earn income, receive intentional coaching, and are provided with a supportive space to learn and grow before they transition to educational or other job opportunities.

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