A pair of downtown Durham businesses are shutting their doors for good. Coffee shop 321 Coffee on Morris Street and Latin restaurant Copa on West Main Street will both close on Aug. 3, adding to the list of restaurants and stores that have shut down in the core of the Bull City this year. So far this year, eight downtown businesses have closed.
Read More321 Coffee announced Tuesday it is closing its downtown Durham location. Aug. 3 marks the last day 321 Coffee will operate its 300 Morris St. location, co-founder Lindsay Wrege announced. Wrege said the shop is not renewing its lease after it opened in December 2022. The company does plan to retain all of its Durham employees at 321 Coffee’s other locations.
Read MoreJoin us at the 2024 Greater Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau Annual Meeting on August 22 for the presentation of the our annual memorial and leadership awards. We are excited to present the John B. Ross Jr. Leadership Award to Lindsay Wrege and Michael Evans, founders of 321 Coffee, a coffee shop and roaster that employs over 50 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Read MoreThere is no reason to be undercaffeinated in Raleigh. The city is buzzing thanks to no shortage of great coffee shops. These ten spots offer excellent coffee and then some - including 321 Coffee, a cafe that employs individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities and each staff member radiates good vibes.
Read MoreSophie Pacyna can’t get enough coffee. But coffee isn’t just her hobby. It’s at least 40 hours of her week — thanks to Raleigh's 321 Coffee. Pacyna, who has Down syndrome, works at 321 Coffee, which exclusively employs roasters and baristas with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The 321 team has begun significantly ramping up production — especially in their roasting facility.
Read MoreThe Raleigh-based coffee shop 321 Coffee is expanding and will now have its specialty roasts in Whole Foods across the Triangle.
Read MoreThe Carolina Hurricanes today announced that the Carolina Hurricanes Foundation will make an initial donation of $350,000 in cash grants to 21 different organizations throughout North Carolina. One of the organizations to receive a cash grant is 321 Coffee.
Read More321 Coffee employs people with developmental disabilities throughout the Triangle. Like many other firms, 321 Coffee is celebrating inclusivity Thursday for World Down Syndrome Day. People with Down syndrome have three copies of their 21st chromosome, which is why the 21st is the day the community celebrates. And one typical tactic is wearing brightly colored mismatched socks, as chromosomes are shaped like socks. 321 Coffee is planning a big corporate event Thursday morning at Pendo's headquarters as well as weekend community events at its shops in Raleigh and Durham.
Read MoreGrab a pair of brightly colored mismatched socks to celebrate and raise awareness for World Down Syndrome Day with 321 Coffee from Saturday, March 23 through Sunday, March 24. World Down Syndrome Day falls on March 21 every year. People with Down syndrome have three - one more than typical - copies of chromosome 21, this is why "321" represents Down syndrome. The cafe, which currently employs over 50 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), is celebrating this global awareness day at both its downtown Raleigh and Durham locations.
Read MoreFrom welcoming cafes to trendy boutiques, Raleigh, North Carolina is filled with thriving female-owned businesses. In honor of Women's History Month, we're showcasing a few of Raleigh's enterprises that make lasting global impacts. Enterprises like 321 Coffee, an inclusive business that employs adults with disabilities. Today, 321 employs over 50 adults in six locations.
Read MoreWe all know Raleigh and the Triangle are making a lot of "best of lists" around the country, but did you know it also includes lists for the growing number of female entrepreneurs and business owners. 321 Coffee, founded in 2017 by Lindsay Wrege and Michael Evans, embraces diversity to its fullest and providing great coffee to Raleigh. They employ 50+ employees with intellectual and developmental disabilities who all roasting the coffee, take the orders, and make the lattes.
Read MoreWith equipment and technology backing a mission to create a truly inclusive coffee business, 321 Coffee has been reaching new heights in North Carolina. The company's growing roasting operation provides tools that allow staff with intellectual and developmental disabilities to succeed. Roasting and Production Manager Lesley Robinson guides roasting professionals Sophie Pacyna and Paul Kocher (pictured) in entering profiles into their roaster - and understanding how different variables might influence a given profile. "Technology really helps Sophie and Paul understand more about how to manage and curate a roast," said Robinson.
Read MoreA growing coffee business based in Raleigh is expanding its offerings to serve more offices and corporate events. 321 Coffee, a locally owned business employing individuals with disabilities, is launching a mobile coffee cart service to sell its coffee at events, parties and business offices. The new venture will allow the company to create more employment opportunities.
Read More321 Coffee’s new storefront location at Bloc[83] in downtown Raleigh, supports their mission to create opportunity and employment for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our team designed the interiors for this new 321 Coffee shop, which is its first brick-and-mortar location. 321 Coffee’s leaders describe this shop as “a monumental step for the company” that thrives on community engagement and encourages other companies to adopt a similar philosophy of inclusion.
Read MoreWe've put together a collection of New Year's Eve events for families and children taking place in Raleigh and across the Triangle, ranging from the beloved (early) Acorn Drop at First Night to dance parties in small venues and museums. Check out 321 Coffee's Noon Year's Eve Celebration - where you can enjoy a hot chocolate bar and get your own mug to take home with you.
Read MoreRaleigh has not yet been home to a Hallmark holiday movie set, so we decided to do the hard work for the TV channel. We asked our readers to cast and write a Raleigh-themed holiday movie. Find out how 321 Coffee helps the characters fall in love …
Read MoreA fast-growing coffee company in Raleigh is taking the next step in its expansion. 321 Coffee has opened its own roasting facility in partnership with Lenovo. The facility, located in south Raleigh, is up and running after a year of planning and preparation. The facility's roasting capacity allows the company, which employs people with disabilities, to expand beyond its storefront cafes with more retail store distribution and direct-to-consumer sales.
Read MoreThe countdown is on to the Raleigh Christmas Parade happening this Saturday. Alyssa Poth, manager of the 321 Coffee in Block 83 couldn’t be more excited. She told CBS 17 they’re planning to open up early for the parade. “We have lots of stuff planned for tomorrow. We’re having a fun set up outside, we’re having extra baked goods, we’re having a quick service menu,” said Poth.
Read More“Welcome!” rings out from smiling faces behind the counter of 321 Coffee. With delightful drinks and impeccable customer service, 321 Coffee is more than a coffee shop. It’s an experience built on a mission to create opportunities for people with disabilities. 321 Coffee weaves intentionality into every aspect of their brews and business.
Read MoreThe NC State Alumni Association held our 18th annual Evening of Stars gala during NC State’s 2023 Red and White Week to honor the alumni whose successes increase the value of an NC State degree and add to the university’s growing legacy of excellence, impact and service. Hear from Michael Evans ‘20, ‘21 and Lindsay Wrege ‘21 - winners of the Outstanding Young Alumni Award for their work at 321 Coffee.
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