Apply now, the deadline to apply is May 15 at 8 pm PT.
We combine funding, mentorship, and community to help coffee shop owners build thriving businesses they're proud of.
Apply by May 15 at 8 PM PT
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We’re here to help specialty coffee shop owners bring their vision to life. CFF invests in a small, handpicked group of emerging U.S. coffee entrepreneurs each year. Why small? So we can focus on giving you the personalized support and resources you need to succeed.
Too many passionate coffee entrepreneurs fail—not because they lack drive, but because they don’t have the right guidance. At CFF, we’re changing that. We offer funding, mentorship, and a supportive community to give you the tools to build a successful business.
Akshat Khandelwal of Coffee Futures Fund explains how this new initiative is guiding the next generation of specialty-coffee leaders.
By Vasiliea Fanarioti
Senior Online CorrespondentA new small-scale coffee business accelerator called the Coffee Futures Fund is hoping to transform that narrative, offering a mix of funding and mentorship in exchange for a fixed-term percentage of revenue.
By Nick Brown
Editor at Daily Coffee NewsOur approach goes beyond funding. We offer practical guidance from successful coffee entrepreneurs, hands-on workshops, and financial support designed for owners. We help you tackle challenges, grow sustainably, and build a brand that stands out in a competitive market.
We’re a small, tight-knit team with different strengths but the same mission: helping you thrive. When you team up with us you’ll have everyone in your corner- sharing advice, ideas, and support at every stage.
Coffee shops headquartered in the US are welcome to apply to the CFF Summer 2025 batch.
Submit your application to join our Summer 2025 cohort by May 15 at 8 PM PT.
Participate in our intensive program covering operations, finance, marketing, and leadership.
Receive up to $50K in funding through our revenue-share model (you maintain 100% ownership).
Benefit from year-long mentorship and join our community.
If you're an emerging coffee shop owner ready to scale, CFF offers more than funding. With mentorship, a supportive community, and industry expertise, they help you grow sustainably and profitably—while keeping control of your vision.
Grow sustainably, scale profitably, and stay in control of your vision. Apply now.
The deadline to apply on time is May 15 at 8 PM PT, and you will receive a decision by June 15. If you apply after the deadline, we will still consider your application but can't guarantee when you'll hear back.
The program kicks off in August 2025. Sign up below to be notified for any more updates.