Learn about the people and organizations we've worked with!

EMPOWERING YOUR COMMUNITY

The Exceptional Bean

October-December 2023

The Exceptional Bean is an inclusive coffee shop that started as a small dream and has quickly become a reality thanks to the community of Cookeville. Our founder, Cigi England, wanted to create a space for individuals with disabilities to find employment and community. The Exceptional Bean is a non-profit organization that serves delicious coffee and cultivates an environment that is encouraging and welcoming for all. We raised $4500!

Kinsley Vaden's Service Animal

July - September 2023

Kinsley Vaden is a 14 year old Freshmen at Cookeville High School who needed a service animal to improve her quality of life. She has Cerebral Palsy and other conditions that make mobility extremely difficult. We also learned that females with a disability are at a much higher risk of sexual assault and service animals are never covered by insurance, despite how much Kinsley and others need them. We raised $3600 for her service animal! We want to thank Amanda Vaden for sharing her families story with us!

White Plains Academy

April - June 2023

The White Plains Academy holds a special place in our hearts. Initially, we sponsored them to help with the students' lunch debt. However, upon learning about the challenges they faced, our commitment to support them grew stronger. We began organizing monthly lunches to offer not just financial assistance but also friendship and mentorship. Through our efforts, we raised $4,000, which cleared their lunch debt and provided for other essential needs. Our dedication to the White Plains Academy is unwavering, and we will continue to support the students in their journey towards a brighter future!

The Upperman High School Band

January - April 2023

The Upperman High School band has been wearing the same uniforms for more than 20 years. Most of the uniforms are falling apart and with the band growing exponentially, there haven't been enough uniforms to fit the needs of the students. We ended up raising over $5000 for new band uniforms!