Global Lounge

What Global Lounge does

Global Lounge is a 501(c)(3) non-profit cultural organization founded in 2006 and headquartered in Boise, Idaho, that promotes multicultural arts and community-building across the state. Its core offerings include signature events such as the World Village Festival (an annual multicultural festival that drew 1,000+ attendees), Salsa Under the Stars, and Re-Storying community storytelling sessions featuring 6+ partners per event. The organization operates a coalition of 22+ Idaho-based artist organizations known as the Global Lounge Artist Coalition (GLAC) and maintains 22+ active institutional partnerships. In 2022, Global Lounge expanded its footprint by opening the Global Lounge Commons, a creative arts space located at the Asian Plaza in Boise.

The organization's underlying technology is non-applicable to its mission; operations center on in-person cultural programming, community partnerships, and content production rather than software platforms. A notable diversification move is the launch of a Global Lounge-branded coffee product line with e-commerce and subscription availability, extending the brand into consumer packaged goods. Revenue is generated through four primary streams: individual donations, foundation and government grants (including NEA and WESTAF), event ticket and merchandise sales, and coffee product sales. The organization operates with 1-10 employees.

Global Lounge pursues a coalition-driven go-to-market model in which programming is co-produced with partner organizations rather than delivered solo, allowing it to scale cultural output without proportional headcount growth. Its monetization is hybrid non-profit: philanthropic and grant capital fund programming and capacity-building (with active capital campaigns targeting $150K for the Commons and $72K for the World Village Festival), while earned revenue from events and coffee provides an operating subsidy. The customer base spans Idaho's diverse cultural communities, artists, grant-making institutions, and direct-to-consumer coffee buyers.

Name

Global Lounge

Legal name

Global Lounge

Website

https://globallounge.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Global Lounge is a Boise, Idaho-based 501(c)(3) non-profit founded in 2006 that produces multicultural arts events, leads a 22+ organization artist coalition, and sells a branded coffee line to fund community programming.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cultural & Community Arts Services

NAICS

Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation (71)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Corporate Meetings & Conferences (Internal/External Business Events) (MPAGAHAA)

Keywords

• Multicultural arts events
• Cultural community programs
• Nonprofit arts organization
• Ethnic coffee retail
• Community markets

Headquarters

HQ city

Boise

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Fundraising: As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, Global Lounge relies on donations from individuals and organizations. The organization promotes donation links through its website (givebutter.com, givesmart.com) and at events.
2. Grant Funding: Global Lounge receives grants from government arts agencies (NEA, Idaho Commission on the Arts), private foundations (Whittenberger Foundation, Harry Morrison Foundation, etc.), and regional arts organizations (South Arts, Creative West, Mid Atlantic Arts).
3. Coffee Sales: Global Lounge sells premium whole bean coffees (Origins, Elevate, Rituals, Culture, Welcome Turkish Coffee) at $19.99 per bag and coffee samplers at $30. Coffee is Fair Trade Certified. Revenue from coffee sales supports the cultural mission.
4. Event Revenue: Revenue from ticket sales to events such as Salsa Under the Stars ($15 early bird, $20 at door) and World Village Festival. World Village is described as the organization's largest annual fundraiser.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Global Lounge is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit cultural arts organization based in Boise, Idaho that produces multicultural community events (World Village Festival, Salsa Under the Stars, Re-Storying events), operates retail coffee product lines, runs community markets for small vendors, and convenes a coalition of multicultural arts organizations (GLAC). Revenue is generated through donations, grants, sponsorships, event tickets, and branded coffee sales.

Product overview

Global Lounge is a 501(c)(3) non-profit cultural organization offering a portfolio of products and services centered on cultural preservation, education, and community connection. The core offerings include coffee products (Origins Coffee, Elevate Coffee, Rituals Coffee, Culture Coffee, Welcome Turkish Coffee, and Global Beans Coffee Sampler) sold through their online shop, and signature events such as the World Village Festival (Idaho's premier multicultural arts and humanities festival), Salsa Under The Stars (Latin dance social), and Re-Storying storytelling events. The organization is developing the Global Lounge Commons, a planned creative arts center in Boise's Asian Plaza. The Global Lounge Artists Coalition (GLAC) connects multicultural arts organizations through an artist directory. Coffee purchases and event participation support the mission to Educate, Preserve, and Share Culture.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Origins Coffee: Premium whole bean coffee product line sold for $19.99 USD.
• Elevate Coffee
• Rituals Coffee
• Culture Coffee
• Welcome Turkish Coffee
• Global Beans Coffee Sampler

Products and services

• World Village Festival Flagship annual multicultural festival in Boise featuring global performances, cultural showcases, food, and community gathering for the general public and immigrant/refugee communities.
• Salsa Under the Stars Ticketed outdoor salsa dancing event series serving community members and Latin dance enthusiasts in Boise, Idaho.
• Re-Storying Events Ticketed community storytelling event series highlighting personal narratives from Boise-area residents, particularly immigrants and refugees.
• Global Lounge Coffee Line Retail line of branded coffee products (Origins, Elevate, Rituals, Culture, Welcome Turkish Coffee, and Sampler) sold to consumers to support the nonprofit's mission.
• Global Lounge Commons Planned creative arts center and community gathering space in Boise intended to host ongoing cultural programming, performances, and artist residencies.
• Global Lounge Artists Coalition (GLAC) Coalition of 22+ multicultural arts organizations and artists convened by Global Lounge to coordinate cultural programming and shared resources in the Boise region.
• Global Lounge Markets Community pop-up markets hosted by Global Lounge that provide small vendors, artisans, and food makers a venue to sell goods to local consumers.
• Coffee Cup Artwork Branded artwork/merchandise item sold through the Global Lounge shop alongside coffee products.

Quantifiable outcome

• Thousands of attendees annually at World Village Festival
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• St. Luke'sminorOthersSt. Luke's is a healthcare provider that supports Global Lounge through sponsorships for community-focused events, conferences, and fundraisers tied to health improvement. They provide grants, sponsorships, and event medical coverage for community events.
• Levitt FoundationcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerThe Levitt Foundation leverages the power of free, live music to strengthen the social fabric of communities. They support Global Lounge's mission to provide access to arts and cultural programming in Boise through grantmaking and research partnerships.
• Oppenheimer Companies Inc. (OCI)minorOthersOCI is a diversified food and hospitality company founded in 1963, committed to community support and philanthropy. They extend their community engagement efforts by supporting Global Lounge's cultural initiatives.
• Idaho Burners AllianceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIdaho Burners Alliance is a creative alliance focused on bringing art, science, and technology opportunities to Idaho. They share Global Lounge's goal of community inclusion and reducing isolation through creative arts.
• City of BoisecoreOthersThe City of Boise provides support for community arts and cultural programming. Boise offers world-class arts and cultural experiences, and partners with organizations like Global Lounge to promote multicultural community events.
• Tidwell Social Work Services and Consulting Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTidwell Social Work Services is committed to culturally responsive, trauma-informed care. They co-host monthly Multicultural Community Dinners at Global Lounge Commons, promoting community integration, healing, and equality in Boise.
• Boise CascademinorOthersBoise Cascade is a leading manufacturer and distributor of building materials headquartered in Boise, Idaho (NYSE: BCC). They support Global Lounge as a corporate citizen.
• Duck ClubminorOthersDuck Club is a permanent engine of live music curation, general promotion of the Boise music scene, and a multi-faceted production company offering support to emerging artists. They co-sponsored Tim Muhibah Angklung performances.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Idaho Black History Museum: Idaho-based cultural nonprofit preserving and exhibiting the heritage of a specific community through exhibits, events, and educational programming. Closely comparable multicultural-heritage nonprofit model.
• JUMP (Jack's Urban Meeting Place): Boise creative campus and community gathering venue that Global Lounge rents for Salsa Under the Stars and Re-Storying. Comparable in that both operate physical creative-arts spaces funded by donations, sponsors, and ticketed programming.
• Treefort Music Fest: Boise multi-day arts and music festival operating as a hub for cultural programming with similar community-led GTM, ticketed and free programming mix, and a sponsor/partnership-driven funding stack.
• Boise Art Museum: Boise nonprofit art institution running exhibitions, education programs, and community events funded by donations, memberships, and grants. Comparable arts-nonprofit model and Treasure Valley service area.
• Basque Museum & Cultural Center: Boise-based cultural-heritage nonprofit dedicated to preserving and sharing a specific community's traditions, with programming, exhibits, and events funded by donations and grants. Highly comparable to Global Lounge's multicultural-preservation mission.
• Ballet Idaho: Idaho performing-arts nonprofit producing ticketed dance events, school programs, and donor-supported programming. Similar Boise footprint, nonprofit structure, and multi-revenue model anchored in performance.
• Hispanic Cultural Center of Idaho: Idaho multicultural community nonprofit organizing cultural programming and events for the Treasure Valley's Hispanic community. Similar mission and operational scope to Global Lounge's multicultural work.
• Idaho Shakespeare Festival: Boise-based nonprofit producing annual arts festival programming for the Treasure Valley. Operates a similar festival-driven model anchored in cultural performance, with comparable reliance on grants, sponsorships, and ticketing.

Others

• Idaho Humanities Council: State humanities council granting funds to Global Lounge for storytelling and humanities programming. Adjacent ecosystem participant/funder rather than a programming peer.

Broad incumbents

• Idaho Commission on the Arts: State agency that distributes grants to arts nonprofits including Global Lounge. Larger, government-backed arts funder that overlaps with Global Lounge's mission of expanding arts access across Idaho.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/globalloungeid
• Facebookfacebook.com/Globallounge.org
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/globallounge

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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