{"id":2241,"date":"2026-01-08T20:30:02","date_gmt":"2026-01-08T20:30:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/csaac.org\/?page_id=2241"},"modified":"2026-07-08T15:53:45","modified_gmt":"2026-07-08T15:53:45","slug":"empower-vending","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/csaac.org\/en\/empower-vending\/","title":{"rendered":"Empower Vending"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!DOCTYPE html><br \/>\n<html lang=\"en\"><br \/>\n<head><br \/>\n    <meta charset=\"UTF-8\"><br \/>\n    <meta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"><br \/>\n    <title>Empower Vending &#8211; CSAAC<\/title>\n    <link rel=\"preconnect\" href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\">\n    <link rel=\"preconnect\" href=\"https:\/\/fonts.gstatic.com\" crossorigin>\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=DM+Sans:ital,opsz,wght@0,9..40,100..1000;1,9..40,100..1000&#038;display=swap\" rel=\"stylesheet\">\n<style>\n        * {\n            margin: 0;\n            padding: 0;\n  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class=\"narrow-container\">\n<div class=\"section-content\">\n<p>Empower Vending machines are owned and operated by CSAAC. All proceeds from the machines go to CSAAC Operations for enhancements throughout the organization.<\/p>\n<p>CSAAC has successfully launched a new social enterprise business for individuals in the supported employment program who are interested in operating a vending machine business. Starting with a pilot program at our headquarters office and the Brookeville School Campus a few years back, Empower Vending has grown to over 35+ locations with great success!<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"highlight-box\">\n<p><strong>Machines are checked and stocked several times a week\u2014so there are never empty machines!<\/strong><br \/>This makes Empower Vending different than any other vending company around.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"section-content\">\n<p>Sodas and snacks are purchased through wholesale, and the individuals inventory and stock the machines themselves! The program now offers a brokerage opportunity to operate vending machines in local businesses throughout the community, giving individuals their own small business.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>            <!-- Photo Gallery --><\/p>\n<div class=\"photo-gallery\">\n<div class=\"photo-placeholder\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/csaac.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/machines.jpg\" alt=\"Empower Vending Machines\">\n                <\/div>\n<div class=\"photo-placeholder\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/csaac.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Resized_20210512_132844_resized-225x300-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Empower Vending\">\n                <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p>    <!-- Features Section --><\/p>\n<section class=\"features-section\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n<h2 class=\"section-title\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Why Choose Empower Vending?<\/h2>\n<div class=\"features-grid\">\n<div class=\"feature-card\">\n<h3>Reliable Service<\/h3>\n<p>Machines are checked and restocked multiple times per week, ensuring your employees and customers always have access to refreshments.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"feature-card\">\n<h3>Support a Great Cause<\/h3>\n<p>All proceeds support CSAAC&#8217;s mission to empower individuals with autism through education, employment, and community programs.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"feature-card\">\n<h3>Create Opportunities<\/h3>\n<p>By hosting a machine, you provide meaningful employment and small business experience for individuals in our supported employment program.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p>    <!-- How It Works Section --><\/p>\n<section class=\"how-section\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n<h2 class=\"section-title\" style=\"text-align: center;\">How It Works<\/h2>\n<div class=\"steps-grid\">\n<div class=\"step-card\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">1<\/div>\n<h3>Contact Us<\/h3>\n<p>Reach out to learn more about hosting a vending machine at your location.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-card\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">2<\/div>\n<h3>Installation<\/h3>\n<p>We&#8217;ll set up a machine stocked with popular sodas and snacks at your site.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-card\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">3<\/div>\n<h3>Regular Service<\/h3>\n<p>Our team inventories and restocks machines multiple times each week.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"step-card\">\n<div class=\"step-number\">4<\/div>\n<h3>Make an Impact<\/h3>\n<p>Every purchase supports individuals with autism and CSAAC programs.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p>    <!-- Impact Section --><\/p>\n<section class=\"impact-section\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n<h2 class=\"section-title\">Our Impact<\/h2>\n<p>What started as a pilot program has grown into a thriving social enterprise that creates real opportunities for individuals with autism to develop business skills, build independence, and contribute to their communities.<\/p>\n<div class=\"impact-stats\">\n<div class=\"stat-item\">\n                    <span class=\"stat-number\">35+<\/span><br \/>\n                    <span class=\"stat-label\">Locations<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n<div class=\"stat-item\">\n                    <span class=\"stat-number\">100%<\/span><br \/>\n                    <span class=\"stat-label\">Proceeds to CSAAC<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n<div class=\"stat-item\">\n                    <span class=\"stat-number\">Weekly<\/span><br \/>\n                    <span class=\"stat-label\">Service Visits<\/span>\n                <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p>    <!-- Contact Section --><\/p>\n<section class=\"contact-section\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n<h2 class=\"section-title\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Get In Touch<\/h2>\n<div class=\"forms-grid\">\n                <!-- Request a Machine Form --><\/p>\n<div class=\"form-box\">\n<h3>Request a Machine<\/h3>\n<p>Interested in hosting an Empower Vending machine at your location? Fill out the form below and we&#8217;ll be in touch!<\/p>\n<form action=\"https:\/\/formspree.io\/f\/xanrabve\" method=\"POST\">\n                        <input type=\"hidden\" name=\"_subject\" value=\"New Machine Request - Empower Vending\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n                            <label class=\"form-label\" for=\"request-name\">Contact Name<\/label><br \/>\n                            <input type=\"text\" id=\"request-name\" name=\"name\" class=\"form-input\" placeholder=\"Your name\" required>\n                        <\/div>\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n                            <label class=\"form-label\" for=\"request-business\">Business\/Organization Name<\/label><br \/>\n                            <input type=\"text\" id=\"request-business\" name=\"business\" class=\"form-input\" placeholder=\"Your business name\" required>\n                        <\/div>\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n                            <label class=\"form-label\" for=\"request-email\">Email Address<\/label><br \/>\n                            <input type=\"email\" id=\"request-email\" name=\"email\" class=\"form-input\" placeholder=\"Your email\" required>\n                        <\/div>\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n                            <label class=\"form-label\" for=\"request-phone\">Phone Number<\/label><br \/>\n                            <input type=\"tel\" id=\"request-phone\" name=\"phone\" class=\"form-input\" placeholder=\"Your phone number\" required>\n                        <\/div>\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n                            <label class=\"form-label\" for=\"request-address\">Business Address<\/label><br \/>\n                            <input type=\"text\" id=\"request-address\" name=\"address\" class=\"form-input\" placeholder=\"Street address, city, state, zip\" required>\n                        <\/div>\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n                            <label class=\"form-label\" for=\"request-message\">Additional Information<\/label><br \/>\n                            <textarea id=\"request-message\" name=\"message\" class=\"form-textarea\" placeholder=\"Tell us about your location and any questions you have\"><\/textarea>\n                        <\/div>\n<div class=\"form-group\" style=\"text-align: center;\">\n                            <button type=\"submit\" class=\"btn btn-large\"><strong>Submit Request<\/strong><\/button>\n                        <\/div>\n<\/p><\/form>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>                <!-- Current Machine Holders Form --><\/p>\n<div class=\"form-box\">\n<h3>Current Machine Holders<\/h3>\n<p>Already have an Empower Vending machine? Let us know if you have any special requests for snacks or beverages!<\/p>\n<form action=\"https:\/\/formspree.io\/f\/xnnelbae\" method=\"POST\">\n                        <input type=\"hidden\" name=\"_subject\" value=\"Special Request - Empower Vending\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n                            <label class=\"form-label\" for=\"current-name\">Contact Name<\/label><br \/>\n                            <input type=\"text\" id=\"current-name\" name=\"name\" class=\"form-input\" placeholder=\"Your name\" required>\n                        <\/div>\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n                            <label class=\"form-label\" for=\"current-business\">Business\/Organization Name<\/label><br \/>\n                            <input type=\"text\" id=\"current-business\" name=\"business\" class=\"form-input\" placeholder=\"Your business name\" required>\n                        <\/div>\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n                            <label class=\"form-label\" for=\"current-location\">Machine Location<\/label><br \/>\n                            <input type=\"text\" id=\"current-location\" name=\"location\" class=\"form-input\" placeholder=\"Address where your machine is located\" required>\n                        <\/div>\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n                            <label class=\"form-label\" for=\"current-email\">Email Address<\/label><br \/>\n                            <input type=\"email\" id=\"current-email\" name=\"email\" class=\"form-input\" placeholder=\"Your email\" required>\n                        <\/div>\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n                            <label class=\"form-label\" for=\"current-phone\">Phone Number<\/label><br \/>\n                            <input type=\"tel\" id=\"current-phone\" name=\"phone\" class=\"form-input\" placeholder=\"Your phone number\">\n                        <\/div>\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n                            <label class=\"form-label\" for=\"current-requests\">Special Food\/Snack Requests<\/label><br \/>\n                            <textarea id=\"current-requests\" name=\"food_requests\" class=\"form-textarea\" placeholder=\"Let us know what snacks or beverages you'd like to see in your machine\" required><\/textarea>\n                        <\/div>\n<div class=\"form-group\" style=\"text-align: center;\">\n                            <button type=\"submit\" class=\"btn btn-large\"><strong>Submit Request<\/strong><\/button>\n                        <\/div>\n<\/p><\/form>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>            <!-- Contact Info --><\/p>\n<div class=\"contact-info-box\">\n<p>You can also reach us directly:<\/p>\n<div class=\"contact-links\">\n                    <a href=\"mailto:vending@empower1234.com\">vending@empower1234.com<\/a><br \/>\n                    <span class=\"divider\">|<\/span><br \/>\n                    <a href=\"tel:2409122255\">(240) 912-2255<\/a>\n                <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p>    <!-- Footer --><\/p>\n<footer id=\"contact\" class=\"footer\">\n<div class=\"footer-content\">\n<div class=\"footer-section\">\n<h3>Quick Links<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/csaac.org\/about-csaac-2\/\">About<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/csaac.org\/volunteer-at-csaac\/\">Join Our Mission<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/csaac.org\/careers-at-csaac\/\">Careers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/csaac.org\/contact-csaac\/\">Contact<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"footer-section\">\n<h3>Contact Us<\/h3>\n<p>CSAAC<br \/>\n<br \/>Phone: <a href=\"tel:+12409122220\">(240) 912-2220<\/a><br \/>\n<br \/>Email: <a href=\"mailto:csaac@csaac.org\">csaac@csaac.org<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"footer-section\">\n<h3>Newsletter Signup<\/h3>\n<form class=\"newsletter-signup\" action=\"https:\/\/formspree.io\/f\/xvgeqaql\" method=\"POST\"><input name=\"_subject\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"New Newsletter Signup - CSAAC\" \/><br \/>\n<input name=\"email\" required=\"\" type=\"email\" placeholder=\"Enter your email\" \/><br \/>\n<button type=\"submit\">Subscribe<\/button><\/form>\n<link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/cdnjs.cloudflare.com\/ajax\/libs\/font-awesome\/6.5.0\/css\/all.min.css\">\n<div class=\"social-links\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/1ASK295psM\/?mibextid=wwXIfr\" aria-label=\"Facebook\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i class=\"fab fa-facebook-f\"><\/i><\/a><br \/>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/csaac_org?igsh=dHgzcnFocThzejJq&#038;utm_source=qr\" aria-label=\"Instagram\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i class=\"fab fa-instagram\"><\/i><\/a><br \/>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/csaac\/\" aria-label=\"LinkedIn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i class=\"fab fa-linkedin-in\"><\/i><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"footer-bottom\">\n<p>\u00a9 2026 CSAAC. 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