Host Andrew Bartolotta sits down with representatives from Bluff City Toffee and Madonna Learning Center, revealing hows they’re transforming the lives of individuals with special needs through the power of vocational opportunities.
Bluff City Toffee, more than a sweets shop, is owned and operated by Madonna Learning Center, a school and training center for individuals with intellectual disabilities. The business provides adults with special needs real-life job experiences, empowering them to excel in today’s world while making delicious, handmade sweets in small batches.
Through the lens of Bluff City Toffee, listeners will gain insights into the innovative methods Madonna Learning Center is implementing to help its students and trainees gain skills and realize dreams that were once thought to be beyond their reach. They produce, package, sell, and track products, and socialize with customers, equipping them with practical skills that boost their confidence and readiness for the world.
Sales have risen significantly (over 400% to be exact) since Madonna Learning Center purchased Bluff City Toffee, reflecting the hard work, dedication, and passion that the trainees put into their work. The success of the business is not just measured in sales, but in the fulfillment and purpose it brings to the adults working at the shop.
In this episode, you’ll hear from the people on the ground, making a difference in the lives of these special needs adults and get an inside look at the operations of the business. Tune in to learn how your purchase from Bluff City Toffee can help accomplish goals that were once dreams.
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