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Inclusive Vending: Creating Jobs & Opportunities for All

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Too many hardworking people struggle—not because they lack talent, but because they lack opportunity. I want to change that.

As a mother of four and an entrepreneur fighting for a better future, I’ve spent my life working hard, yet financial hardship has followed me since childhood. I’ve juggled the challenges of being a stay-at-home parent while trying to build a career, and at my lowest point, I even faced partial homelessness while trying to provide for my children.

There were nights I had to sleep in freezing temperatures in an almost broken-down van, doing everything I could to give my kids a stable home. That struggle shaped me, and now, I want to build something that lifts others up—a business that provides jobs, income, and opportunities to those who need them most.

A Business That Gives Back

This isn’t just any vending machine business. I want to lease a 24/7 commercial space where vending machines showcase products made by people who often struggle to find work—whether due to disabilities, medical conditions, or life circumstances.

Supporting Entrepreneurs with Diverse Abilities – Featuring handcrafted goods and products made by individuals with autism, Down syndrome, and other conditions.

Helping Stay-at-Home Parents & Small Business Owners – A vending machine version of a pop-up shop—with extra advertising, a supportive manager, and fewer overhead costs.

Creating a Space for Unique & International Products – Featuring specialty snacks and handmade goods that celebrate different cultures, supporting local university students, many of whom call other countries home.

My husband has autism and ADHD, and I’ve seen firsthand how hard it can be for neurodivergent people to find work that suits their strengths. I have ADHD myself, which has given me insight into how overwhelming traditional work can be while supporting a family.

I know so many brilliant, hardworking people just need a chance—this business will give them one.

Why I Need Your Help

Starting a business takes more than just hard work—it takes resources. Your support will help me:

Lease a commercial space to house my vending machines.
Purchase and stock machines with products from neurodivergent and small creators.
Cover setup costs like permits, branding, and logistics.

By contributing, you’re not just helping me—you’re helping create jobs, empower entrepreneurs, and support a business that gives back.

Every Share, Every Dollar, Every Voice Matters

If this mission speaks to you, please consider donating or sharing this campaign with others. Your support, whether financial or through spreading the word, will make a real difference in getting this dream off the ground.

Thank you for believing in this vision, for your generosity, and for helping turn this dream into something real.
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Mikaela Hannemann
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Saratoga Springs, UT

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