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10 businesses created and inspired by individuals with Down syndrome
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What organizations are run by individuals with Down syndrome?
Individuals with Down syndrome are increasingly participating in the workplace and society. Here are some of the organizations created or inspired by individuals with Down syndrome that have recently caught Getting Hired’s eye:
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SWEET HEAT JAM CO
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Was created by Nolan who happens to have Down syndrome. Nolan’s business has grown to produce over 5,000 jars of jam a year. Sweet Heat Jam also started a culinary program to help other young adults with intellectual disabilities!
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The Improvaneers
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The first improv comedy troupe in the world with performers who all have Down syndrome
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The Improvaneers
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Da Bomb
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Was created by Morgan Tibbens who is a young woman with Down syndrome who is active in the Special Olympics, Best Buddies and opened Da Bomb to sell bath tub fragrances.
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Gabi Angelini
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Gabi Angelini, has a “biggest goal”: to open an inclusive coffee shop.
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Gabi Angelini
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Brittany’s Baskets of Hope
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Is dedicated to supporting families in welcoming a new baby with Down syndrome into their lives. The mission is to provide guidance and information for parents and gifts for siblings.
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Megology
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Was created by Megan Bomgaars, who is an artist, entrepreneur and public speaker. Her products include t-shirts that feature her motto of “Don’t limit me.”
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Group Hug Apparel
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Was started by Andrew Banar who has Down syndrome and other associated health issues. Andrew wanted to raise money to go to college so he started with a lemonade stand but his mom encouraged him to use his rock & roll drawings on printed t-shirts instead and they grew from there!
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Poppin Joe’s Gourmet Kettle Corn
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Was established by Joe, a young adult with Down syndrome who wanted to have his own business. With the support of his family, you can find Joe’s kettle corn in Walmart, fairs and more in Kansas and Georgia!
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Poppin Joe’s Gourmet Kettle Corn
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Bitty & Beau’s Coffee
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Is more than just a cup of coffee. The Wrights have four children with the youngest Bitty and Beau both have Down syndrome. Bitty & Beau’s coffee continues to grow with their third shop opening this month and they currently employ 60 people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Bitty & Beau’s Coffee
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Blake’s Snow Shack
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Started with snow cones and then it snowballed to nationwide media attention of Blake Pyron and his ambition to own his own business and not be held back by his Down syndrome.
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Blake’s Snow Shack
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