Our Residencies
The Pop Hop
The Pop-Hop is a mission-driven, multi-use community arts and education space located in Highland Park, Los Angeles. We sell new and used books and hundreds of items from local authors and artists. Our mission is to develop creative ecosystems that amplify marginalized voices, support community growth, and empower collective good works through books, art and expression.
Confianza Coffee
Confianza Coffee is inspired by “Tienda La Confianza” that was founded in the 1950s by my grandfather, Jose Cruz, in Tijuana, MX. He sold home goods door to door from his van. He offered the option of interest free payments for those in the community who couldn’t afford to pay up front. For my non-Spanish speakers, Confianza means “trust”. We follow my grandfather’s example of creating and maintaining an environment of trust so all may feel welcome and relaxed at Confianza Coffee.