In the News
“Inclusion isn't just inviting someone to sit at your table. It's believing they belong there."
- Mia Carella, writer
Gerry's Café featured in Belle Curve Stories, An Interview with the Cofounder
March 21, 2024
"In Her Words: Natalie Griffin, Changing Lives One Cup at a Time"
Gerry’s Café featured on WGN
August 30, 2023
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Gerry’s Café Grand Opening August 26th!
August 30, 2023
Missed our Grand Opening Celebration? See all the highlights in this video!
Gerry's Cafe featured on FOX32
August 27, 2023
Gerry's Cafe in Arlington Heights provides opportunities for workers with intellectual disabilities.
Gerry’s Café LIVE on WGN Lisa Dent Show!
August 23, 2023
Gerry’s Café owner Natalie Griffin, along with her business partner Amy Philpott, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the grand opening of their new coffee shop in Arlington Heights, Saturday, August 26th!
Awards & Recognition
Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce
2022 Not-for-profit Organization of the Year
"We were truly honored to be recognized by the Arlington Heights business community as the nonprofit of the year. We are so proud of our new venture that focuses on a person’s abilities rather than their disabilities. We are proud to hire, train and employ over 40 individuals who are the shining stars of Gerry's Café. We are proud to take a chance on a new workforce, to say yes to our employees, and we are grateful to receive such tremendous support from our community." – Natalie
Village of Arlington Heights Commission for Citizens with Disabilities
2023 Disability Employment Awareness Award
The Disability Employment Awareness Award is presented to an Arlington Heights Employer who pro-actively recruits, hires, and employs persons with disabilities.
Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce
2022 Community Leader of the Year – Amy Philpott
“Being recognized by my peers as having an impact in our community is quite an honor, thank you. I have been so fortunate over the last 16 years to have incredible mentors and leaders that have set a remarkable example for all of us to mirror and work to emulate.” - Amy
Make a Difference
Gerry's Café is changing lives by providing an extensive training experience that teaches transferable job and life skills. Though we employ more than 40 adults with disabilities, we’d like to do more. With your help, we can expand Gerry’s Café locations and open related ventures, creating more employment opportunities for adults with disabilities.
