PO Box 362, Grimesland, NC 27837
We get a lot of questions....
Where will the coffee shop be located?
Awaken Coffee will be located in the Heart for ENC Nonprofit Business Center at 101 W. 14th Street, Greenville, NC. Renovations are expected to be completed some time in mid-November.
When will you open?
We are actively seeking to fill the position of General Manager at this time. Once this position has been filled we can begin the interviewing and hiring of our IDD employees. We hope that we will be able to open Awaken sometime early 2023.
How much money do you need to raise?
While we raised the $400,000 necessary for renovations, we will always need the support of community.
Why are you a nonprofit? Won't the coffee shop make money?
The shop will make money but due to the increased number of employees required to operate, our payroll will be larger than the typical coffee shop. We expect to be 70-80% sustaining which means fundraising will be a year-round necessity.
How many employees do you expect to hire?
Our current plan is to hire a manager and 3 shift managers who are not special needs adults. Our hope is hire at least 20 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. There will also be volunteer opportunities available.
How can I donate?
It's easy! Click on the DONATE tab at the top of this page and follow the directions for online donations. The option for monthly donating will get us to our goal more quickly! You can also mail a check to the address provided.
How can I get involved?
Click on the CONTACT US tab above. There you can share your area of expertise or tell us how you would like to help us fulfill the mission of opening Awaken Coffee.