CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – Ms. Bonnie’s Cup of Hope is the Cunningham staff and volunteer’s favorite place to grab a cup of coffee, or host a meeting on the grounds of Cunningham Children’s Home. This in-house coffee shop has been operating for nearly 15 months and was established as a training center for Cunningham students. For those enrolled in the vocational options program it is a chance for them to receive hands-on work experience. They must complete an application, participate in an interview and demonstrate “punctuality and professionalism.” Employess of Ms. Bonnie’s get trained in opening and closing, customer service, payment, and inventory.
Tim Manard, Development Officer at Cunningham and a Ms. Bonnie’s Cup of Hope customer says the coffee shop is a perfect place to showcase the programs and heart of Cunningham Children’s Home. “It’s a fantastic and comfortable environment for donors to visit and learn more about us. Ms. Bonnie’s has a very welcoming and laid-back atmosphere. Donors not only get to chat with me but with our student employees as well. After enjoying a drink, we hop on the golf cart for a refreshing and informative ride around campus.”
For the safety and privacy of the Cunningham teenagers, Ms. Bonnie’s Cup of Hope isn’t open to the public—visits are by special invitation only. To visit this wonderful community program, call (217) 337-9071 or email tmanard@cunninghamhome.org.