about us
Sawubona Café
We See You. We Serve Hope.
Brewing Opportunity. Building Futures.
Our Mission
We’re a social impact cafe brewing opportunities and empowering youth in Mount Vernon through meaningful work, emotional wellness, and community connection so they can build brighter futures and stronger neighborhoods.
Our Values
To cultivate a community café that restores dignity, mental wellness, and opportunity: one cup, one conversation, one life at a time.
“Sawubona is a zulu word that means 'I see you' but it's more than just a phrase, it's a way
of being that we strive to embody.”
Justice Reyes, Founder & President