West MI Coffee Shop Employing People With Special Needs Sets Opening Date
A non-profit coffee shop that employs individuals with intellectual and developmental delays and other special needs is planning to open in Hudsonville.
Modeled after Brody s Be Cafe in Ada, which opened in 2019, Maggie s Be Cafe will open at 6490 28th Ave in Hudsonville June 14.
Maggie s says they are more than just a place to grab a cup of coffee:
It is acceptance, it is love, it is change, and it is embracing the abilities of an incredible group of human beings. We are built upon the foundation of inclusivity, kindness, and opportunity. Our mission is to offer employment to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a positive and uplifting environment. We curate a workplace environment that bridges the gap between individuals with disabilities and those without, because we are more alike than we are different. As a 501(c)(3), we strive to give our “be-ristas” an opportunity