Foreword Coffee is a Singapore social enterprise serving specialty coffee with a purpose. Every cup, bag of coffee and corporate partnership helps create meaningful employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and mental health conditions. Our mission is to mainstream disability and normalise inclusion by proving that great coffee and great social impact can go hand in hand.

We believe customers shouldn’t have to choose between quality and impact.

Our coffee is carefully sourced, roasted and served to specialty coffee standards while creating meaningful employment opportunities for persons with disabilities. Every café is designed as an inclusive workplace where people of different abilities work alongside one another, supported by structured training and workplace systems.

There are many excellent coffee roasters in Singapore, and we respect the craft they bring to the industry.

At Foreword Coffee, we believe great coffee and social impact should never be a trade-off. We invest as much effort into sourcing, roasting and brewing quality coffee as we do into building an inclusive workplace.

Choosing Foreword Coffee means enjoying coffee you’ll be proud to serve while supporting a business that creates meaningful jobs, develops people’s potential and demonstrates that inclusion works. Every purchase helps sustain a business where people of all abilities can contribute, grow and thrive together.

No. We are a social enterprise.

We operate as a business by selling quality coffee, café experiences and corporate services. Revenue generated through our business allows us to create sustainable employment opportunities and invest in training and support for our employees.

Yes. Every Foreword Coffee café is an inclusive workplace where employees of different abilities work together as one team.

Employment is only the beginning.

Every employee is supported by a wider network that may include caregivers, job coaches or caseworkers. We work closely with these stakeholders to help employees succeed at work while addressing challenges that may arise.

Support also includes structured on-the-job training, regular check-ins, company meals and gatherings, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Hello Neighbour – Our signature specialty blend for coffee lovers who enjoy a vibrant, balanced cup with fruity sweetness and complexity.

Hug in a Mug – A smooth, low-acidity blend that’s comforting, chocolatey and perfect for espresso-based drinks.

Uplift Blend – Specially developed for superautomatic coffee machines, delivering a rich, consistent and dependable cup for offices and workplaces.

Yes. You can choose whole beans or a grind size that best suits your brewing method during checkout.

We roast fresh every Tuesday and Wednesday.

For the freshest coffee, place your order by Wednesday. Orders are typically delivered within 4–7 working days after order confirmation.

Store your coffee in an airtight container away from heat, light and moisture. For the best flavour, enjoy your coffee within a few weeks of opening.

As coffee is a perishable product, all coffee bean purchases are non-returnable and non-refundable once sold.

Please contact us as soon as possible at hello@forewordcoffee.com. If your order has not yet been processed or dispatched, we’ll do our best to help.

At the moment, we only deliver within Singapore.

Catering Delivery
Delivery is free for catering orders of $220 or more, including catering-only orders and mixed orders of catering items and coffee beans.

For orders below $220, a $20 delivery fee applies. Additional charges may apply for delivery to special or restricted locations.

Standard Shipping — Coffee Beans
Standard shipping (4–7 working days) is free for coffee bean orders of $50 or more. For orders below $50, a $5 shipping fee applies.

Express Shipping — Coffee Beans
Express shipping (1–2 working days) is available at a flat rate of $15, regardless of order value.

Orders are typically delivered within 4–7 working days after order confirmation.

Absolutely. We welcome bulk orders for offices, corporate gifts, events and hospitality partners. Get in touch with us and we’ll be happy to discuss your requirements.

Yes! We provide specialty coffee carts, coffee catering and barista services for corporate events, conferences, community programmes, weddings and private functions.

We recommend the following minimum lead times:

• Coffee carts & catering: At least 2 weeks
• Coffee workshops: Around 4 weeks

Earlier bookings are always appreciated, especially during peak periods.

Our coffee cart service starts from 100 cups. If you’re planning a smaller event, feel free to reach out—we’ll always see if there’s a suitable solution for your event.

Our workshops are designed to be engaging, interactive and suitable for all levels of coffee experience.

Popular workshop formats include coffee appreciation, brewing techniques, coffee blending, latte art and conversations around disability inclusion. Sessions can also be customised for team bonding, client engagement or leadership retreats.

Yes. We can conduct workshops at your office or preferred venue, subject to space and operational requirements.

Thank you for thinking of us!

Our focus is on creating meaningful employment through cafés, coffee experiences and corporate partnerships. As such, we typically do not accept requests to operate temporary retail pop-up booths for sales.

Absolutely.

Creating meaningful employment opportunities is at the heart of what we do. We welcome applications from persons with disabilities and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to learn, contribute and grow.

Yes. We offer internship and work attachment opportunities from time to time.

As we believe every internship should provide meaningful learning and adequate support, placements are offered based on our organisational capacity rather than on a continuous basis.

Absolutely.

Every order—whether it’s a cup of coffee, a bag of beans, a coffee workshop or a corporate event—helps create meaningful employment opportunities and more inclusive workplaces.

Your support enables us to invest in training, workplace accommodations, career development and ongoing support for persons with disabilities and mental health conditions. Every purchase demonstrates that businesses can create both commercial value and lasting social impact, one meaningful opportunity at a time.

We’re always happy to help. Whether you’re looking for coffee beans, planning an event, exploring a corporate partnership or simply curious about our mission, feel free to get in touch with us at hello@forewordcoffee.com. We look forward to brewing something meaningful together.