about three of cups
building authentic connections through intentional matchmaking
our mission
Three of Cups, LLC is a friendship matchmaking platform where meaningful connections are formed through intentional pairings by a community weaver and therapist—not an algorithm.
In a time where loneliness has become an epidemic despite our digital connections, we saw an opportunity to reimagine how adults form meaningful friendships and community. We were born from a simple belief: genuine connection isn't a luxury—it's a fundamental human need.
Our approach combines therapeutic insight with community building expertise to bring together people who share values, interests, and intentions. We understand that real friendship requires more than shared hobbies—it needs emotional compatibility, life circumstance alignment, and genuine care in the matching process. That's why every connection is thoughtfully curated by someone who understands human relationships at their core.
Three of Cups, LLC makes it easier to move from surface-level connections to real, lasting friendships—one intentional pairing at a time.
meet your matchmaker
Iris Hudson
founder, therapist & community weaver
Hi there! My name is Iris (she/her), and I'm the founder of Three of Cups, LLC—a community weaver and therapist passionate about helping people build meaningful friendships and foster authentic connections.
Like most people, I've experienced highs and lows when it comes to friendships. Through both personal reflection and my research on community and holistic wellness, I realized something important: while having a supportive partner is amazing, it's my friendships that have truly saved me. They've been my anchor, my joy, and my chosen family.
In spite of the lows, I refused to let past hurt stop me from staying open to connection. That decision has surrounded me with the most loving friends who make life not just easier, but deeply fulfilling. And in a time where community and meaningful relationships can feel so far out of reach, I want to bridge that gap for others—combining my training as a therapist with my passion for community building to create intentional, lasting connections.
When I'm not weaving community or holding therapeutic space, you'll find me supporting local businesses, engaging in spirituality through nature and tarot, crafting, playing video games, and spending quality time with my loved ones (furry babies included).
I'm excited to help you find your people—the friendships that will nourish and sustain you. Let's create something meaningful together!
meet our team
Shauna Saunders
founding engineer
Shauna is the founding engineer of Three of Cups, bringing the vision of intentional friendship matchmaking to life through thoughtful technology and design.
Friendship and community have always been at the heart of Shauna's life, driving her to combine her software engineering expertise with her passion for meaningful connection. Three of Cups represents exactly what she was searching for—an opportunity to build something bigger than herself that brings people together.
When she's not solving technical challenges or fostering community, you'll find Shauna with her loved ones, dancing the night away at a salsa social, or singing along to her favorite musical numbers.
what makes us different
Get Intentionally Paired Through A Professional
All members are paired through a professional using our friendship assessment and your requests. Oftentimes, we go with what we “think” our match is, but really, we are going off our biases (totally normal – we’re human!). This causes us to miss out on people who may have been a better fit for us! Through being matched by us, we can help minimize barriers to creating lasting friendships. Less stress, more connection.
Have Access To Exclusive Community Events
You made your match, but you still want to build more community! Join us for exclusive community events from workshops, social events, crafting events, and so much more.
Didn't Find Your Match? We Got You.
Hey, don’t worry. It’s okay if you didn’t initially hit it off with your match. We will match you a second time to get you closer to meeting your match – free of charge.
You Got A Match – Let’s Maintain It
Okay, so now, you got paired. But how do you maintain it? We got you – have access to friendship/community-centered workshops, tools, coaching sessions, and more.