HEART BEHIND THE HUSTLE

The Mission

A man in a white cap and beige t-shirt is serving coffee to a customer at an outdoor coffee stand with 'ARBO COFFEE' sign, set against a red brick wall with a large window.

Arbor Coffee began as a small café with a clear purpose: to serve well, connect deeply, and build something that lasts. But it’s not stopping there. The heart behind Arbor is to grow into a hub — a place where community thrives, careers are built, and the craft of coffee is pushed forward. The goal is to create opportunity not just for friends and family, but for anyone who shares a passion for people and the pursuit of excellent coffee. Long-term, that means building a roastery, investing in education, and exploring the science that brings each cup to life.

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The vision

Arbor Coffee was first imagined as a way to bring indoor café quality outdoors — and the calm, grounding presence of the outdoors back inside. But through support, intention, and the effort poured into each day, it’s grown into something more. In a culture where eyes stay glued to screens and real connection feels harder to come by, Arbor exists to bring people back together. To replace social distance with local community, and to make space for fellowship around something as simple — and powerful — as a cup of coffee.

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Jake Poole

( Owner )

After five years in coffee, it’s become clear — I’m built for two things: coffee and ministry. Arbor Coffee isn’t just a business; it’s a bridge. A way to connect with people as they are, share the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and stand firm on the truth of His Word. This shop is my tent-making — a means to support the mission I’ve been called to: encouraging lukewarm believers, reaching the unreached, and discipling with conviction. My long-term hope? To plant a church in Japan, with a coffee shop as the open door to do it.