Community & Getting Involved
More than a coffee shop — a hub for connection, learning, and local change. Grab a pour-over, join a lively table of UNH peers, and take real action.
37 Main St, Durham
A community living room for everybody
Name your price
Perform for Freedom open mic on Wednesday nights
Student Opportunity UNH & Seacoast Undergrads / Grads
Looking for a fellowship or internship?
Check out our student fellowships. UNH students have spent summers and semesters at the café through the Small Family Fellowship, the Winant Fellowship and Semester for Impact.
What’s Happening in the Space
Gatherings & Events
From relaxed indie acoustics to mind-opening anti-trafficking educational sessions, our doors are open to everyone.
Avalyn Reed Trio Holiday Benefit Show
Since coming together in 2023, three musician friends have delighted audiences throughout the region with their beautiful concert programs and sparkling commentary. The Avalyn Reed Trio is composed of two…
Mike Rieder- Another Run Book Release: A Music Celebration
Mike spent the past 3 years writing a literary fiction novel named Another Run. He wrote, edited, published, and printed all by himself (and the help of many friends). But…
Third Thursday Poetry Night
Freedom Cafe is launching a new Third Thursday Poetry Night! Come by and share your poetry or a story! Or, just grab a drink and listen.
Perform for Freedom Opening Set Sign-Up – Fall 2026
Perform for Freedom is a premier weekly music event that plays an important role in helping The Freedom Café engage the community in the mission to end human trafficking for…
All gatherings are non-profit and ticketed at zero or donation fees via Zeffy, a free platform for nonprofits, so no platform fees come out of what you give.
From the archive
Past events
Shows, tastings and conversations that have already filled the café.
Kouchera – A Blend of Haitian Konpa, Soul, and R&B
Migration Diplomacy Simulation
Mollie – Alternative-folk Band
Saguaro – Indie Jam Band (with The Form)
Chauncey & The Blank
Gong Fu Tea Ceremonies
Conscious Cannabis
Blue Ox, Beech St, & Crate!
R&B Across the Decades – A Concert Journey Through Time – Kouchera
Exploitation In: Fashion & Textiles
Chocolate Tasting with Enna Chocolate
ORCR Open Mic
Cellardoor & Supus Fuo Semester Kickoff Show
Freedom Builder Coffee Club
Drink coffee. End exploitation.
An easy, meaningful way to stay connected to The Freedom Café, support efforts to address exploitation, and enjoy exceptional specialty coffees from around the world.
A fresh roast every month
A 12 oz bag of freshly roasted specialty coffee shipped to your door.
Or pick up locally
Local members pick up a larger 16 oz bag at the café, 37 Main St, Durham.
The story behind the bean
A story card introduces the farm or producer behind each coffee.
Every cup builds freedom
Your membership supports ethical sourcing and our work to end exploitation.
Already a café regular? Ask at the counter about our rewards program.
Freedom Builder
Coffee Club
Every month
12 oz
freshly roasted, shipped to your door
Local pickup
16 oz · 37 Main St, Durham
Each year over 75 people, including 50 high school and college students, are equipped as advocates through our volunteer program.
Hands-On Impact
Join Our Volunteer Crew
Join our volunteer team — gain barista skills, educate our community, and support anti-trafficking efforts. Whether you can help behind the counter, at events, or with research and outreach, there’s a role for you.
Café Assistant
Help run the café day to day and create a welcoming space for every guest.
Outreach Team
Educate the community about human trafficking at events, tabling and film screenings.
Roles for students and neighbors of every age and expertise.
Community Moments from 37 Main St
