#BrewingEmpowerment in Raleigh, NC
“Positive support from family, friends, and the community enable people with Down syndrome to lead fulfilling and productive lives.” – NDSS
Everyone wants to feel appreciated and wanted, especially in the workforce. Gabi’s Grounds all began because Gabi Angelini couldn’t find work. She kept getting turned down. Let’s face it the job market is tough, and it’s even tougher when you have an intellectual or developmental disability. It was decided that if Gabi wanted to work, she had to create her own company. Thus, Gabi’s Grounds Coffee Shop was created.
The original goal was to open a coffee shop where Gabi and her friends could work and have fun. We were very close to making this happen when COVID stalled the dream. It was a ultimately a blessing in disguise. Being resourceful, the decision was made to pivot so we could have people working. The shift was made to sell gift boxes, coffee, and wedding favors online. Everything could be assembled in a warehouse and we could continue to train people in the different areas of the business.
We now have a warehouse located in The Loading Dock Co-Warehousing space in Raleigh, NC. Our people are packing orders, making sample coffee bags, making candles, and key chains. We’re even partnering with other local companies that use workers with developmental disabilities. #brewingcommunity
Join our team and help continue to raise money, so that when the time is right we can open up the coffee shop so everyone can experience the love and joy that Gabi and her friends bring to the table.
WHAT’S A VIRTUAL 30 DAY RUN/WALK/ROLL CHALLENGE?
Participating is Easy, Safe & Accessible
It means that you can complete the ANYWHERE! Whether it’s a treadmill at home, your neighborhood streets, or your favorite trail – walk or roll (or bike) – it’s your choice! “Virtualizing” this event allows more participants to join safely & from anywhere.
Register as an individual or create your own team! You can even register your family and get your kids involved! If you don’t want to do a fundraiser, no problem, we would still love for you to register!
Once you’re registered, we’ll send you a link to create your Facebook Fundraising Page
Step 1
Sign Up
Sign up an individual or a team & create your fundraising page! Registration includes a T-shirt and Jingle Bell.
Step 2
Fundraise for Impact (Optional)!
Reach your goal and get special prizes, all while making an impact!
Step 3
Log Your Miles Nov 27 – Dec 27
Log your miles to show how far you can walk/roll when you do it every day!
Step 4
Make a Difference
Your participation #BrewsEmpowerment for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
FUNDRAISING INCENTIVES
Reach Your Goal & Make an Impact!
Raise
$100
Receive a Gabi’s Grounds Mug
Raise
$250
Receive a Gabi’s Grounds Coffee & T-Shirt
Raise
$500
Receive a Gabi’s Grounds Tumbler, T-Shirt & Video Message from Gabi
HOW YOU’RE MAKING AN IMPACT
Open a Coffee Shop
Let’s be ready for the opportunity to open a coffee shop where Gabi and her friends can work and have fun.
Provide Job Skills
Our people are learning how to safely package products, work with a virtual register, staging an area, set up and taken down, and so much more.
#BrewEmpowerment
Everyone should have the experience and the joy of doing good work and being appreciated for who they are.
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Our Coffees are Private Label Blends Created Exclusively for Gabi’s Grounds by Larry’s Coffee, in Raleigh, NC.
