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Michael’s Desserts
At the age of 11, Michael Platt, now 13, of Bowie, Maryland, opened a bakery to serve the homeless people of Washington, D.C.
Michael’s Desserts runs on a business model similar to that of TOMS Shoes, the Washington Post reported on June 25. For every pastry purchased by a customer, another pastry is donated to the hungry. Twice a month, Michael visits D.C. to hand out baked goods to individuals and families in domestic violence and homeless shelters.
“I know that a cupcake won’t end hunger but a tasty treat, when times are tough, can make life sweeter,” Michael’s website reads.
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