🚀 Let’s Break Bread & Build Opportunities! 🍽️ At Hugs Cafe Inc., we believe in the power of meaningful employment for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). We know we’re not alone in this mission—and we want to connect with other organizations that share our passion! Let’s come together, share a meal, and explore how we can collaborate to create even more opportunities for the IDD community in North Texas and beyond. Whether it’s through partnerships, shared resources, or new ideas, we’re eager to deepen our impact together. If you or your organization are passionate about inclusive hiring and workforce development, let’s start the conversation. 📩 Who’s ready to change the world with Hugs? Drop a comment or send us a message—we’d love to connect! #HugsCafe #IDDEmployment #InclusiveHiring #BetterTogether #CommunityImpact #NorthTexas
关于我们
Hugs Café Inc is a 501c3 organization that provides meaningful training and employment for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The core values are Hope, Understanding, Grace and Success. Programs include Hugs Café, Hugs Greenhouse and Hugs Training Academy (HTA). HTA was established in 2022, has graduated 24 students and successfully placed 22 in jobs.
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www.hugscafe.org
Hugs Cafe, Inc.的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 非盈利组织
- 规模
- 11-50 人
- 总部
- McKinney
- 类型
- 非营利机构
- 创立
- 2012
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US，McKinney
Hugs Cafe, Inc.员工
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We are thrilled to announce that Lauren Smith, Executive Director of Hugs Café Inc., has been honored as one of the Dallas Business Journal’s 2025 40 Under 40! This prestigious recognition celebrates Lauren’s exceptional leadership and unwavering dedication to empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through meaningful employment opportunities. Congratulations, Lauren, on this well-deserved honor! #40Under40 #Leadership #HugsCafe #DallasBusinessJournal
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Congratulations Rickey!
🚨 Exciting Announcement! We are thrilled to announce that Rickey Woods of Hugs Cafe, Inc. will be our third honoree of the Meryl Evans Self-Advocacy Award! The Meryl Evans Self-Advocacy Award recognizes an individual with disabilities for their steadfast commitment, determination, and life-long advocacy efforts to promote inclusion of people with disabilities at home, in workplaces and within communities. “Once the surprise announcement was made, the room was filled with cheers, excitement, and happiness for Rickey. The love for Rickey was evident and we are honored to recognize him. Congratulations, Rickey!” - Dylan M. Rafaty, President & CEO We look forward to recognizing Rickey on Tuesday September 9th at our annual NTXDC Awards Luncheon at Frisco Hall - The Event Center in Frisco, Texas. Stay tuned for more details. #LetsWorkInclusively
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🌟 Hugs at The Rook every Monday in Adriatica! 🌟 Join us every Monday from 11 AM to 1:30 PM above Burress Injury Law for a warm, welcoming atmosphere where community members can dine, connect, and feel supported. 💙 Mondays are hard enough. No need to worry about packing lunch or dealing with soggy meal deliveries—just stop by for a delicious, hassle-free meal that’ll leave you feeling nourished and ready to take on the week! A huge thank you to Jason and Christina Burress, whose support has made this amazing initiative possible! 🙏 See you there for some much-needed hugs, great food, and even better company! 💖 #CommunityLove #HugsAtTheRook #BurressInjuryLaw #ThankYou
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#FlashbackFriday to the unforgettable vote by MCDC to support the Hugs Headquarters! Ben was a rockstar sharing about his passion for cooking and success as a member of the Hugs Family. Stay tuned for more about this exciting expansion!! #HugsHeadquarters #HugsHQ #Growing #McKinney #MCDC
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Hugs Cafe Inc has incredible news to share with you all- WE ARE COMING TO DALLAS in 2025! Thanks to a generous lease donation from The Meadows Foundation, Hugs Cafe Inc will be replicating its impactful cafe in The Wilson Historic District to employ 30+ more individuals with disabilities. The Hugs team made their way to Dallas to introduce the cafe and its impact to friends and eager new stakeholders. They learned all about the power of Hugs and Wedding Cake Cookies- the best pairing ever! 🤗 🍪 Dallas- here we come!! #hugscafeinc #hugscafe #haveyouhadyourhugstoday #Dallas #dallastexas #meadowsfoundation #whiterhinocoffee
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🚀 Let’s Break Bread & Build Opportunities! 🍽️ At Hugs Cafe Inc., we believe in the power of meaningful employment for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). We know we’re not alone in this mission—and we want to connect with other organizations that share our passion! Let’s come together, share a meal, and explore how we can collaborate to create even more opportunities for the IDD community in North Texas and beyond. Whether it’s through partnerships, shared resources, or new ideas, we’re eager to deepen our impact together. If you or your organization are passionate about inclusive hiring and workforce development, let’s start the conversation. 📩 Who’s ready to change the world with Hugs? Drop a comment or send us a message—we’d love to connect! #HugsCafe #IDDEmployment #InclusiveHiring #BetterTogether #CommunityImpact #NorthTexas
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Hugs will be leading the discussion- come learn and grow with us during NDEAM!
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Be a part of the solution- great event bringing education and activism together! Join us for the McKinney Inclusion Council's Professional Development Event on October 10th, from 8:30-10:30 AM at Encore Wire Employee Center. Learn how North Texas is empowering neurodivergent individuals in the workforce with expert insights, live polling, and discussions on inclusion. Network with fellow professionals and enjoy refreshments as we move towards a more inclusive workplace. See you there! Register at mckinneychamber.com.
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Our board members and employees are busy making thank you calls to our incredible supporters this North Texas Giving Day. If you haven’t had the chance to give yet, we invite you to consider donating to Hugs Café Inc. Your support helps us provide meaningful training and employment for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. https://lnkd.in/gBzvf7ud
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