Kankakee Times

State Representative Jackie Haas (R-Kankakee) has recognized Connect Roasters in Bourbonnais as her June 2024 local business spotlight. During her visit, Rep. Haas toured the business and presented the owner with a certificate of appreciation for their contributions to the community.

“For my June 2024 local business spotlight, I am honored to recognize Connect Roasters in Bourbonnais,” said Rep. Haas. “Their efforts to create real change in our communities, and in communities across the globe, is truly inspiring.”

Connect Roasters was founded in 2016 by Caleb Benoit after mission trips to the Dominican Republic and Haiti inspired him to create change. The company aims to provide quality coffee while donating a portion of all sales to community development initiatives in countries where coffee is grown.

Rep. Haas further commented, “I applaud Caleb and the team at Connect Roasters for their dedication to supporting local organizations, like the Greater Chicago Food Depository, and even partnering with Cubs player Ian Happ to fund local COVID relief efforts. It’s wonderful to have a local business that offers an incredible product and gives back to others.”

Connect Roasters is located at 141 S. Main Street in Bourbonnais. More information can be found on their website at ConnectRoasters.com.

For more details about Representative Haas, visit RepHaas.com.

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