Causes: Developmentally Disabled Centers, Disabilities, Human Services

Mission: Our Mission:The Junction of H. O. P. E. is America's first nonprofit 501 (c)3 restaurant. Our mission is to employ adults with special needs in Saginaw, Shiawassee and Genesee Counties. Though we operate as a restaurant, our real purpose is to be an employer of people with special needs. We aim to educate, provide support and guidance, allowing them the opportunity to seek outside employment within their community.

Target demographics: Special Needs Adults Gain employment

Direct beneficiaries per year: 30+ Special Needs Adults in Employment, Job Training & Self Esteem.

Geographic areas served: Chesaning, MI

Programs: Employment at our Nonprofit restaurant and on the job training with Job Coaching.