Our Story: Coffee With Compassion
David & Anita founded Metro Coffee inside Gants Hill Station in 2017 after spotting an opportunity on Gumtree. What began as a small husband-and-wife business soon became something much bigger than they ever imagined.
In 2018, they met Gabrielle, a young woman who came in looking for work while struggling with a noticeable stammer. David, who also developed a partial stammer during childhood, immediately connected with her. Anita, an NHS specialist nurse with over 12 years of experience, saw her potential.
They offered Gabrielle a chance—one that changed Metro Coffee forever.
Since then, Metro Coffee has supported 14 more incredible individuals with additional needs, including Learning Disabilities, Autism, ADHD, Schizophrenia, Roussy Levy Syndrome, Speech Impediments and visual impairments.
Great Coffee. Real Opportunity, since 2017
A social Enterprise coffee shop in Gants Hill empowering local talents with additional needs through training, support and employment.
100% of Donations Fund Development Activities of Our Staff
Join us in creating an ecosystems that support our additional needs team and community
What We Do
Coffee, Food & A Stronger Community
Volunteer Training Programme
A unique self-funded programme that supports individuals with learning differences and additional needs.
documentary
A documentary in association with University of Westminster, WE Network creating awareness about neurodiversity, or social engagement with a local charity to tackle the growing issue of rising unemployment among youths especially with people who have learning dificulties and other additional needs.
OUR IMPACT
Supporting Hidden Talents in Our Community
For over 7 years, Metro Coffee has supported 15 talented individuals with conditions including Learning Disabilities, Autism, ADHD, Schizophrenia, Roussy Levy Syndrome, Speech Impediments and visual impairments.
Our loyal customers make this possible by simply buying a cup of coffee.
Programs
Current Initiatives & Projects
The Metro Coffee Story
Read the indepth story about David and his childhood and the inspiration and events that lead to Metro Coffee.
Goal: £9.99
Training Programme
Self funded volunteering programmes, supporting people with learning difficulties and other additional needs.
Cost: Free
The ONE Campaign
Inspired by the events and learning of the last 8 years we have our first fundraising and awareness camapaign
Goal: £30,000
TESTIMONIALS / COMMUNITY SUPPORT
Loved by Locals & Commuters
Our customers are the reason our volunteer programme continues to grow. Thank you for being part of the journey.
