Grassrootz Bookstore
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Bookstore, Coffee shop |
| Founded | July 4, 2019 |
| Headquarters | Phoenix , United States |
| Products | African-American literature, coffee, juice |
Grassrootz Bookstore—also known simply as Grassrootz Books or Grassrootz—is a bookstore located near downtown Phoenix, Arizona, with a focus on African-American literature, history, and culture. The establishment includes a juice bar, coffee café, and a shared workspace designed for community collaboration. It holds the distinction of being the only Black-owned bookstore in Phoenix.
History
Grassrootz began its operations on July 4, 2019, initially situated within a hallway of the Afri-soul marketplace, featuring books drawn from the founders' own collection. Renovations for its current venue were initiated and completed during 2019. Following closures caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the bookstore celebrated a second grand opening in November 2020.
Name
The term "Grassrootz" embodies the organization's commitment to fostering empowerment and positivity throughout Phoenix’s Black community.
Rentals and online orders
The bookstore provides an in-store community lending library where patrons can borrow books for a fee of five dollars over a 30-day period. Additionally, Grassrootz accommodates online purchases, thereby broadening its customer base beyond the immediate local area.
Notable Guest
On May 17, 2021, Grassrootz Bookstore welcomed Phoenix’s vice mayor, Carlos Garcia, underscoring its increasing prominence within the local community.