In a world still grappling with the aftershocks of division and change, leaders like Alice (Angie) Lee remind us what true entrepreneurship looks like: healing in action. As the January 2026 HerRise MicroGrant winner, Angie isn’t just running a business; she’s revitalizing a community and brewing a powerful blueprint for impact.

Her company, Moona Moono LLC, is more than just a coffee shop and general store in Minneapolis. It’s a beacon of hope and a hub of human connection, strategically located in an area that faced profound devastation during the George Floyd riots.

From Rubble to Resilience: The Moona Moono Story

When Angie opened Moona Moono’s doors in April 2025, it was an act of faith. It was a declaration that even in spaces marked by pain, beauty and commerce could thrive again. But her vision quickly expanded beyond simply serving coffee. Moona Moono has rapidly become an essential pillar in its neighborhood.

The Impact Beyond the Bean: Just listen to this: a recent 72-hour food drive organized by Moona Moono collected 30,000 pounds of food, providing enough meals for an astonishing 25,000 families. This isn’t just community service; this is a business built on the foundation of radical generosity and deep understanding of local needs.

The Power of the Pivot: From Bricks to Clicks

While Moona Moono has masterfully built its physical presence, Angie knows that true scale in 2026 requires a robust digital footprint. The HerRise MicroGrant funds are earmarked for a crucial website build—a strategic move that will unlock new streams of online sales and event revenue.

Why This Matters for Every Entrepreneur: Angie’s move embodies the “Founder Playbook” we champion at HerSuiteSpot:

• Community-Led Growth: She identified a profound need and built a business that inherently serves it.

• Strategic Expansion: She’s leveraging a physical footprint to create a digital multiplier, ensuring her impact can reach beyond Minneapolis.

• Leveraging Resources: The microgrant isn’t just cash; it’s a catalyst for her next big growth phase.

The “Suite” Perspective: Leadership in Every Cup

Alice (Angie) Lee is a living testament to the fact that leadership isn’t always found in a traditional boardroom. Sometimes, it’s found behind the counter of a coffee shop, in the meticulous planning of a food drive, or in the visionary blueprint for a new website.

Her commitment to healing, community, and strategic growth makes her an undeniable force in the entrepreneurship landscape of 2026. This isn’t just a business; it’s a movement. And we, at HerSuiteSpot, are beyond proud to support her journey.

Congratulations, Angie, on being our January 2026 HerRise MicroGrant winner! Your resilience is truly brewing success.