Coffee Uniting People (CUP) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that hires people with and without disabilities to work together in an inclusive workplace. CUP has 4 locations in the Tampa Bay area with more to come! CUP is about inclusion, acceptance and opportunity for people of ALL ABILITIES.
We filter our coffee, not our people.
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Coffee Uniting People was founded in 2021 to provide the chance for individuals with disabilities to flourish in an inclusive environment. Learn more about the story behind CUP and how you can get involved.
Our coffee club allows us to reach out beyond our brick and mortar stores, giving you the opportunity to not only support CUP from afar but also enjoy delicious heartwarming coffee daily for a great cause.
Every day, you inspire us. Your dedication, hard work, and passion for what we do at Coffee Uniting People prove something we’ve always believed—every individual has incredible value to bring to the workforce. You are not just employees; you are the heart and soul of this company. Your kindness, your commitment, and your ability to create a welcoming space for every customer make all the difference. You are showing the world that individuals with Intellectual and developmental disabilities are not just capable—they are invaluable. Thank you for everything you do. We are so proud of this team, and we can’t wait to continue growing, learning, and proving what’s possible together.
We are deeply grateful for your generosity and belief in our mission. Thanks to your support, Coffee Uniting People has not only grown—we’ve thrived! In just two short years, we have expanded into three locations, bringing our vision of community, connection, and great coffee to even more people. But more than just new locations, your contributions have allowed us to do what matters most: create jobs for our incredible team. Every cup we serve is made possible by the dedicated employees who bring warmth and passion to our spaces every day. With each new opportunity we create, we’re building a stronger, more inclusive community—one that wouldn’t be possible without you. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for being part of our journey. We look forward to sharing many more cups of coffee, conversations, and connections with you.
CUP in Tampa provides workplace training and experience to people with intellectual disabilities, and it’s seen as a major victory when one of them moves on.
CUP brews more than coffee, we create purpose and inclusion through meaningful jobs for people with disabilities. Watch our story.
Your donations are the lifeblood of our organization. With a long wait list of deserving potential employees, your generous contributions will go towards expanding into new dynamic locations, providing more and more opportunities for young adults with Intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Come in for the coffee, fall in love with the mission; come in for the mission, fall in love with the coffee. Come see us at CUP and fall in love with both!
