The following excerpt is from an article that was published in the News & Observer on June 28, 2025. The last job Gabi Angelini applied for before starting her own business was to be a smoothie operator. Her mother, Mary, guesses she applied for 20 jobs. She often got interviews. She got rejected each time.…
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Source: ABC11 RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — Some of Raleigh’s biggest stars who do the work of building better access for citizens with disabilities were honored Wednesday afternoon in a ceremony at the McKimmon Center at NC State. It was the awards banquet for Mayor’s Committee for Persons with Disabilities. Raleigh Mayor Mary-Ann Baldwin and City Manager…
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I’d like to tell you a story. It’s the tale of an amazingly talented young woman with a dream—and how she makes that dream a reality every day. Meet Gabi Angelini. In many respects, she’s an average twenty-something living her life in Raleigh, North Carolina. She enjoys sports, music, good food, and hanging out with…
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Originally published in Spectrum Local News RALEIGH, N.C. — Gabi’s Grounds Coffee is a family affair. While others are contracting during the pandemic, the shop is growing and creating opportunities for others with special needs. What You Need To Know Gabi’s Grounds Coffee Shop started in 2017 Having outgrown their home they recently moved the…
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Originally published in Spectrum Local News. RALEIGH, N.C. – Coffee company Gabi’s Grounds is creating an inclusive workplace and empowering those with special abilities. What You Need To Know According to the National Association of County Behavioral Health and Developmental Disability Directors (NACBHDD) 85% of people with disabilities are unemployed in the U.S. Gabi’s Grounds wants to hire as…
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And that’s a wrap! Our team has completed the 10-week course at Wake Tech learning skills in areas of self-awareness, communication, problem-solving, self-management, and employer expectations. They are official Wake Tech Graduates! Let’s give them a round of applause (clap clap clap) for their determination and for finishing strong! We are so proud of them!…
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October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month. Did you know that the month of October is a special time of celebration for Gabi and others living with Down syndrome? This month has been designated by the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) as Down Syndrome Awareness Month. The goal is to spread awareness that people with Down…
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We’re proud to announce that we’re now qualified to receive product donations from TechSoup!
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