Mimis Cafe strongly believes that there is no better way to encourage the positive efforts of kids today than by rewarding their many achievements. We are proud to begin our fourteenth year of the Student Recognition Program.  This program is designed to honor those students striving for and achieving excellence both inside and outside the classroom.  Each year, Mimis Cafe distributes approximately 1,500,000 Certificates of Achievement to kids in grades Kindergarten through sixth.  Children displaying scholastic achievement, athletic ability, a positive attitude and such accomplishments will be rewarded with a certificate which can be redeemed at any Mimis Cafe for a complimentary child's meal.  At the end of the meal, our Manager will reward the child with a star achievement pin.
 
As an extension of the Student Recognition Program, Mimis Cafe also honors teachers, parent volunteers and office administrators each year with 500,000 Certificates of Appreciation for their dedication and commitment to our youth. These letters are valid for a free specialty coffee and dessert at Mimis Cafe and are our way of saluting those individuals who are making a positive difference in our children's lives.
 
Mimis Cafe also offers many fundraising opportunities for your school:

 

Scrip

One way of raising funds for your school is through participation in our Scrip Program. We are offering this exceptional opportunity to our partners in education. Scrip is a gift card redeemable at any Mimis Cafe. Scrip can be purchased at a ten percent discount only through Mimis Cafe. For example, if you request $500 in scrip gift cards, you will pay only $450. A $200 minimum purchase is required. Scrip is available in $10 increments. The school or organization can then sell the scrip at face value to raise money. The ten percent discount becomes the school's profit.

 

 

Donations-How do I make a request for a donation?

Mimis Cafe donates to charitable causes that benefit the community. Donation requests can be submitted in writing to the general office at 17852 East 17th Street, Suite 108, Tustin, CA  92780 attn:  Donation Request or faxed to (714) 508-3450.

 

•  Request should be on your organization’s official letterhead
•  Include the organization’s full name, address,  phone number and fax number
•  State your donation request, when it is needed and how it will benefit the community
•  Please submit written requests 30 days prior to the date the donation is needed
•  Your Federal Tax Id number must be listed on your request

 

Unfortunately, it’s not possible to honor every request that we receive. Please accept our apology in advance if we are not able to fulfill your request.

All food requests are done on a local level at your Mimis Cafe.  Call your local Mimis and ask to speak with the General Manager. They will let you know if they are able to assist with your event. 

Please note that Mimis Cafe does not make cash donations.

Thank you for your inquiry.


 

Wooden Nickel Program
In addition to scholastic-related achievements, we are also offering to our local team coaches, school principals and directors, participation in the Wooden Nickel Program for children age 12 and under. Mimis Cafe has created actual wooden nickels for distribution. The wooden nickels will be used to reward children for displaying a positive attitude, performing the best he or she can, or any other positive effort. The children can then redeem the "coins" at any Mimis Cafe location for a complimentary child's meal.


 
To request Certificates of Achievement, Certificates of Appreciation or Wooden Nickels, fax your request on your school or program's letterhead to:
714-508-3450
or mail to:

Mimis Cafe
17852 East 17th Street
South Building, Suite 108
Tustin, California 92780
Attention: Jeanne Turner

The Certificate of Achievement may be presented at the teacher's discretion, and are valid with the completion of each student's name, achievement and teacher's signature.

 

The "Write Stuff" Essay Contest
 
Mimis Cafe has worked hard to develop programs for children that help to advance their scholastic aptitude. Since 1993, Mimis Cafe has sponsored a Thanksgiving-themed essay contest called "The Write Stuff."  This year, elementary school-aged children in Kansas, Oklahoma and Utah will compete for monetary scholarships by being given an opportunity to express themselves writing an essay titled "What I Have To Be Thankful For."