Help us Expand From the Ground Up Books by building a cafe!

Help Us Expand From the Ground Up Books with a Café & Coffee/Wine Bar built FROM THE GROUND UP!

Our Vision

From the Ground Up Books and Resources has always been about more than just books—it’s about building community, fostering creativity, and creating a welcoming space for everyone. Now, we’re ready to take the next big step: adding a café and coffee/wine bar at both our La Grange and Shepherdsville locations!

We envision cozy indoor spaces, charming outdoor seating with gazebos, tables, and chairs, plus a dedicated space for musicians to perform. Imagine enjoying a cup of coffee or a glass of wine while diving into a good book or listening to live music under the stars.

This expansion will also create a central café at our La Grange location to serve both locations, offering delightful beverages, light snacks, and a warm atmosphere to elevate your bookstore experience.

How Your Contributions Will Help

Here’s the breakdown of how your donations will be used:

Café Buildout

Renovations for indoor coffee/wine bar spaces: $10,000

Equipment (coffee machines, wine fridges, etc.): $7,000

Licensing and permits: $2,000

Gazebos (2): $6,000

Outdoor tables and chairs for both locations: $4,000

Designated musician spaces with basic sound equipment: $3,000

Initial inventory for coffee, wine, and snacks: $3,000

Why We Need Your Support

This expansion isn’t just about coffee or wine; it’s about creating spaces where people can connect, relax, and feel inspired. By supporting us, you’re helping to:

Build community: A café and outdoor space will bring people together for events, live music, and conversations.

Support local art and culture: The musician area will host local artists and performers, enriching the cultural scene in La Grange and Shepherdsville.

Enhance the bookstore experience: A warm drink or a glass of wine makes every story better.

How You Can Help

Donate: Every contribution gets us closer to our goal.

Share: Spread the word on social media, with friends, and in your community.

Volunteer: We’d love help with setup, event planning, or sharing your ideas!

Join Us in Building Something Special

With your help, we can create a café and outdoor space that makes our bookstore even more magical. Together, we can bring this dream to life and continue making La Grange and Shepherdsville vibrant hubs for books, community, and connection.

Thank you for your support!

Let’s make this happen, from the ground up.