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Social enterprise between Aspire & Metropolis Coffee. Employs adults with disabilities. 100% proceeds benefit people with disabilities.

11/03/2026

Great coffee starts with great partnerships! ☕

Our friends at Metropolis Coffee are an important part of the Aspire CoffeeWorks story, expertly roasting every batch before it makes its way to our team to be labeled, packed, and prepared.

We asked Anne Djerai, CEO of Metropolis, what meaningful employment means to her.

We’re grateful for partners who recognize talent, believe in opportunity, and help us create more possibilities through every bag. 💙

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10/28/2026

What does meaningful employment mean to Katie? ☕

Throughout NDEAM, you’ve heard directly from members of the Aspire CoffeeWorks team. Now, we’re widening the conversation!

We asked Katie Welge, Director of Aspire CoffeeWorks, what meaningful employment means to her.

Every person brings their own talents, goals, and personality to work. Creating opportunities for those strengths to shine is part of what makes the CoffeeWorks team so special. 💙

10/22/2026

Skill spotlight: Rene! ☕📦

Growth at work can look like learning a new task, becoming more confident in your abilities, or being trusted with greater responsibility.

Rene has experienced all three at Aspire CoffeeWorks! This year, he’s continued strengthening his ability to create pallets with boxes, using the sealing machine to package coffee, and taking on additional responsibilities as part of the team.

We’re proud to celebrate Rene’s growth and everything he contributes to CoffeeWorks. 💙

10/20/2026

Two team members, new skills, and double the reasons to celebrate! ☕💙

Meet Alicia and Marcus, two members of the Aspire CoffeeWorks team who have been putting in the work and building their skills this year!

From learning how to seal coffee bags to confidently using the 5 lb. machine, Alicia and Marcus have been taking on new responsibilities, growing their confidence, and working alongside their teammates to keep the coffee flowing. Every bag sealed and every new skill mastered is another accomplishment worth celebrating!

We're so proud of Alicia and Marcus for their hard work, dedication, and everything they bring to the CoffeeWorks team. Keep up the amazing work! 💪

This , we're celebrating the people behind the coffee and all the possibilities that come with meaningful employment.

10/15/2026

Why does meaningful employment matter?

It creates opportunities to develop skills, grow confidence, contribute to a team, and experience the pride and purpose that come with meaningful work.

Throughout , we’ve been hearing directly from members of Aspire CoffeeWorks about what employment means to them. Now, we’re highlighting some of the skills they’ve developed and accomplishments they’re proud of.

Because meaningful employment isn’t one-size-fits-all. It starts with recognizing each person’s strengths and creating opportunities for those talents to grow. 💙

10/13/2026

What does having a job mean to Rene? 💙

This National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we’re putting the spotlight on the people who make Aspire CoffeeWorks possible, continuing with Rene!

Whether he’s packaging coffee, preparing pallets, or taking on new responsibilities, Rene continues to bring his talents to the team while building new skills along the way.

We’re excited to celebrate Rene and everything he brings to CoffeeWorks! ☕

10/09/2026

What does meaningful employment mean to Marcus? 💙

Throughout , we’re sharing perspectives directly from members of the Aspire CoffeeWorks team because meaningful employment is about more than simply having a job.

For Marcus, work brings opportunities to contribute his talents, develop new skills, take on responsibilities, and be part of a team.

We’re proud to celebrate Marcus and the contributions he makes every day. ☕

10/07/2026

What does having a job mean to Alicia? 💙

For National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we’re celebrating Alicia and hearing what being part of the Aspire CoffeeWorks team means to her.

Every workday brings new opportunities to learn, contribute, and take pride in a job well done. And Alicia has plenty to be proud of!

We’re excited to celebrate her and everything she brings to CoffeeWorks. ☕

10/07/2026

What does having a job mean to Ben? 💙

This National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we’re putting the spotlight on the people who make Aspire CoffeeWorks possible, starting with Ben!

Ben brings his skills and personality to the Aspire CoffeeWorks team every day, and he continues to find new ways to grow along the way.

That’s something worth celebrating, not only during National Disability Employment Awareness Month, but all year long! ☕

10/05/2026

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month! 💙

All month long, we’re celebrating the people, talents, and opportunities that make Aspire CoffeeWorks so special.
Behind every bag is a team bringing their own skills, personalities, and strengths to the work they do. From learning new responsibilities and building confidence to working alongside friends and teammates, there’s a lot to celebrate.

Throughout October, we’ll introduce you to members of the CoffeeWorks team, share the skills they’ve been building, and hear from the people and partners helping create more pathways to meaningful employment.

We can’t wait for you to meet them! ☕

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3057 N Rockwell Street
Chicago, IL
60618

Website

http://www.aspirecoffeeworks.com/, http://www.AspireChicago.com/

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