“A 𝓹𝓵𝓪𝔂𝓯𝓾𝓵 life is essential for a 𝓱𝓪𝓹𝓹𝔂 and 𝓱𝓮𝓪𝓵𝓽𝓱𝔂 life.”

Happy Up Inc. Owner & CEO MENTOR, Shawnta' Ray, welcomed CEO to her brick and mortar this morning in the heart of Edwardsville.

Students heard the story of how Shawnta' first fell in love with sharing the joy of play with our community when she worked for the local toy store during college. Fast forward a few years...her acquisition and rebranding of the beloved store now allows her to share her passion with our community on a daily basis.

From newborn babies to goofy grownups of any age, Happy Up has something for everyone. If you haven't been through in a while, we urge you to check it out. It certainly had all of us leaving with gigantic smiles :D

Shawnta', thank you for your continued commitment to our students and program! We loved exploring your store, hearing your story and love the fabulous squishy gift. Thank you!!!