A new business in North Smithfield, Rhode Island is spreading awareness on the importance of hiring people with disabilities.The coffee shop Red, White & Brew is run by Michael Coyne, who has autism. He started the business after he struggled to find a job.

"After I turned 21 I applied to multiple places. None of them would hire me," said Coyne.

So he decided to take matters into his own hands. He enrolled in business classes through the state's Developmental Disabilities Council. He was then ready to open his coffee shop.

“We’ve been very busy," said Coyne. “It’s been fun.”

The business has been open less than two weeks and has already become a haven for other families who have children with disabilities.

"We've had parents come in with tears in their eyes with the hope that their young children will eventually be accepted into the community," said Coyne's mother.

Down the line, Coyne said he wants to hire others with special needs to spread the message that people with disabilities are hard workers too. Pretty awesome!

I’m Scott Colby with Say It With Gratitude and this has been your Daily Gratitude Minute. Cheers.