What’s in a name?

Our mission is to interrupt cycles of relational and financial poverty. We want to do this through a well-run, generous business that creates a people-first space where relationships can grow.

Why “Grove” Coffee? Oak Lawn’s 95th Street was previously named “Black Oak Grove Road.” Groves are places where trees grow close together and their root systems intertwine to make them more resilient in storms.

At Grove, we believe our communities are more resilient when people grow close. And some of our most impactful relationships have been the mentors we’ve had along the way. That’s why we’re partnering with Forward Mentoring to bring mentoring in focus for our local teens. So bring a friend, find a mentor, enjoy a craft coffee, and grow close.

Who Runs the Shop?

  • Georgy Fedirko

    Store Manager // The Russian
    georgy@grovecoffeeshop.com
    Major Mentor: Gacia, who taught me coffee, business, and continues to inspire me to assemble nothing and craft everything.

  • Victor Colin, Jr.

    Assistant Manager // The Soul
    victor@grovecoffeeshop.com
    Major Mentor: His dad, Victor Sr., who showed him tough love and the cost and reward of embracing the pain of growth.

  • Marcie Cutler

    Pop-Up Manager // Mrs. Always There
    marcie@grovecoffeeshop.com
    Major Mentor: Rachel M., she has been there to always listen, support, and guide me when needed and has helped me believe in my own spiritual abilities.

  • Elizabeth West

    Barista // Quiet Strength
    Major Mentor: Faith R., for her strong, caring presence in my life and her infectious joy and positivity.

  • Noah Escobedo

    Barista // Food & Matcha Master
    Major Mentor: My dad for always being there every step of the way and pushing me to be my best in everything that I do.

  • Julio Walton

    Barista // Extra Energy
    Major Mentor: Pending

Who Invests and Supports?

  • DGS owner

    Daniel Stidham

    Owner // Chief Enthusiast Officer
    Pastor of Calvary Church of Oak Lawn
    Director of Forward Mentoring
    daniel@grovecoffeeshop.com
    Major Mentor: Jeremiah Morris who challenged me to make what I did outside of work… as my work.

  • Nate

    Nate Hendrikse

    Owner // VP of Finance
    Founder of Navigator Bookkeeping
    nate@grovecoffeeshop.com
    Major Mentor: My high school science teacher, who showed how to enjoy being in nature & how to do all that you do to the best of your abilities. 

  • Ken Adair

    Investor // Leadership Support
    Franchise Owner of Pirtek Hoses and Assemblies
    Major Mentor: John Maxwell (from a distance) through his books and leadership tapes I’d listen to on my long commutes my first year of business.

  • Chris Meyer

    Investor // Facilities
    District Manager of HERC Rentals

Our Coffee and Tea:

We believe Modest coffee offers strong, consistent single-origin beans that let us be coffee-forward while staying humble. We hope to feature local roasters every few months so reach out to georgy@grovecoffeeshop.com to learn more.

For all the tea lovers, we will serve premium tea from Rishi Tea to meet your non-coffee needs.

Our Food:

We partner with Butter Dough and The Bagelers to provide our pastries, croissants, donuts, and specialty bagel breakfast sandwiches. We’d love to partner with other local bakers, so don’t hesitate to reach out to nate@grovecoffeeshop.com to learn more.