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Endiro Coffee

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Endiro Coffee; not a documentary photograph
IndependentRoasts its own coffeeSourcing: Farm level
TagsEndiro CoffeeIllinois coffee roastersUgandaIndependentFarm levelRoasts in-house
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Endiro Coffee is a mission-driven, tree-to-cup coffee company that operates cafes in both Uganda and the United States. By managing the entire supply chain from the coffee tree to the final cup, they aim to empower farming communities and fund initiatives to end child vulnerability. Their Aurora, Illinois location serves as both a cafe and a roastery for their Ugandan-grown beans.

Ownership
Endiro Coffee is an independent, family-founded company co-founded by Gloria Katusiime and Cody Lorance.
Founded
2011
Roasting
Reported to roast in-house.
What it's known for
Endiro is known for its unique tree-to-cup model that sources coffee exclusively from women-led cooperatives in Uganda. The brand is deeply committed to its mission of ending child vulnerability through its coffee operations and community partnerships.
Sourcing countries
Uganda
Farm-level sourcing
The brand sources its coffee directly from farming cooperatives in the Bukalasi village and Manafwa district of Uganda. They work directly with these farmers to provide training and equipment, ensuring they receive high wages for their organic, shade-grown coffee.
Notable coffees
  • — Bukalasi
  • — Manafwa
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Endiro Coffee, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2026-08-19 · Civic IQ
Waubonsee Renews Aurora Downtown Café Agreement

Endiro Coffee LLC has renewed its food services agreement with Waubonsee Community College for its Aurora Downtown Campus café. This contract renewal continues the company's established presence in the Illinois local government and education sector.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-20. This company overview is not a tasting review. Original tasting reviews are labeled separately when they exist. Ownership, roasting and sourcing details are attributed to documented sources. While the brand identifies as a B Corp, the specific certification status and current year of renewal were not explicitly verified in the provided search results.

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