A SWEET JOURNEY WITH A BIG PURPOSE

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When we, Shaun and Tracy Payne, had the opportunity to purchase Retro Coffee & Donuts, it wasn’t just about owning a business—it was about creating something bigger. Our passion for fostering community and serving others has always guided our lives, and Retro Coffee & Donuts is now part of that mission.

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Shaun and Tracy have 3 biological girls, Bella, Kylee, and Addie, as well as an adopted son named Haddon. Shaun has been in ministry since 2002, serving various churches in the area and one church as their pastor for 14 years (Missio Dei Church) where he developed a deep love for the poor and needy to be a part of our community. Tracy has been a teacher for the past 19 years and for the past 4 at Ellendale Elementary in Bartlett where they gladly live.  

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As foster parents, we’ve experienced the challenges and rewards of opening our hearts and home to children in need. Tracy & I have had the opportunity to have loved and cared for 24 children in our home. We’ve seen how small acts of kindness can create lasting impacts.  Retro Coffee & Donuts gives us a platform to continue that work uniquely, combining our love for quality coffee, and fresh donuts, while connecting to and with people.

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Beyond foster care, we are deeply committed to serving and supporting the poor and vulnerable in our community. Shaun is working on starting a nonprofit called 901 Care Collective attempting to bring together every organization that cares and assists those in need in any way on a website that allows anyone to find those resources easily and brings a voice to the need to help others through those organizations. We believe that everyone deserves kindness, dignity, and an opportunity to be helped and find the opportunity to care for others. Through partnerships with local charities, food drives, and direct outreach, we aim to use Retro Coffee & Donuts as a tool for good by offering, love, comfort, care, assistance, and hope to those in need.

 

Our vision is to use Retro Coffee & Donuts not only to serve delicious treats but also to raise awareness and support for foster care and poverty-relief efforts. Whether it’s partnering with organizations, hosting events to benefit local causes, or simply creating a warm, welcoming space for all, we’re committed to making a difference—one cup of coffee, one donut, and one act of compassion at a time.​

 

We’re honored to carry on the traditions of Retro Coffee & Donuts while expanding its impact to create a brighter future for all. Together with you, our amazing customers, we’re excited to write this next chapter and make every visit meaningful.

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- Shaun & Tracy Payne