Subject: Hugs Training Academy Expands to Dallas College Date: November 20, 2023 The fourth program from Hugs Cafe Inc., Hugs Training Academy is an educational training opportunity for adults with disabilities who seek to work in the culinary and hospitality industries. The academy currently offers workforce training to participants in McKinney and will be […]
Being an intern for Hugs Cafe has been nothing but a great experience. Walking in the first day, I was nervous about being around new people and everyone’s reaction to me but I was welcomed with nothing but smiles and open arms. I was given the blessing and opportunity to build bonds with the most
McKINNEY, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – Founder of Hugs Café and Greenhouse, Ruth Thompson’s vision has created a recipe for success for the adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who work there. The non-profit located in downtown McKinney has provided meaningful training and competitively-paid employment for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 2015. “Once they age
The Hugs Pledge By: Hugs Cafe Employee Travis Maugh I will be honest. I will be kind. I will work hard with no attitude and respect everyone while providing service with a smile. Hugs Cafe employee Travis Maugh spent the past few months coming up with a pledge that would help all of our
Hugs Cafe Employee Travis Maugh Creates Hugs Pledge Read More »
McKinney East Donates Land for Hugs Training Academy Hugs Training Academy has found its permanent home in McKinney thanks to a generous land donation from McKinney East, a local real estate developer planning a “live-work-learn-play” village next to the new municipal complex in downtown McKinney. McKinney East has gifted Hugs Café Inc. a parcel of
McKinney East Donates Land for Hugs Training Academy Read More »
Thank you to the Marlin Medical Foundation for supporting our mission. Marlin Medical Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Marlin Medical Solutions, today announced a $1,000 grant to Hugs Cafe Inc., non-profit social enterprise in McKinney, Texas dedicated to providing meaningful training and competitively-paid employment for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Hugs Cafe offers Hope,
Marlin Medical Foundation Awards Grant to Hugs Cafe Read More »
Hugs Cafe appreciates our friends at ACIS. Any time we have an HVAC issue, these guys make sure we have a diagnosis and solution that day! If you are ever in need of HVAC, plumbing, or electric. Give our friends at ACIS a call or visit their website. https://www.acisinc.com
“Yesterday was another amazing day at Hugs Cafe, McKinney Texas – the most amazing staff and volunteers make reaching summer goals possible – our food handlers certificate! Bryson took his food handlers test, passed, and received his certificate. This means he can work at any restaurant. God keeps reminding us to see Him as extravagant
Hugs Cafe Inc has been awarded a grant in the amount of $13,324.90 to complete the propagation infrastructure for the Hugs Greenhouse program. Located at 3054 CR 205 in McKinney, this tranquil setting provides meaningful employment opportunities for adults with special needs. The funds awarded by McKinney Community Development Corporation will allow the Hugs Greenhouse
MCDC Awards Hugs Greenhouse Funds to Complete Propagation Infrastructure Read More »
We are thrilled to share that our Hugs Prep students and you can now enjoy Hugs at Home- our online cooking and vocational instruction classes!!! In today’s episode, learn knife skills with Hugs’ founder Ruth Riddle Thompson and make a delicious green salad with diced veggies. Check back every Monday as we share a new
