Pie Lady unknowingly helps hospice patient with deliveries
One of the most heartwarming Pie Stories has taken place at the Munson Manor here in Traverse City, Michigan. Munson Manor is a non-profit Hospitality House affiliated with our local hospital, Munson Medical Center. The Manor provides a place for people to stay at a reduced rate while their loved ones are either in the hospital or the Hospice House. As donations become available the Manor tries to provide meals and snacks for those who stay there. For years now I have been taking pies to the Manor and on one occasion I was stopped by a...
read moreSmiling employee feels like part of a family
“It’s amazing to be here because knowing the money goes to the community, it’s like I’m working for the community!” That’s the enthusiastic and optimistic attitude of Heather Bailey, an employee at the Grand Traverse Pie Co. since 2007 in Traverse City. Bailey’s signature smile and cheerful disposition are a staple in the Traverse City shops, where she’s worked in both locations, starting in food service. “It’s great to meet everyone who walks thru the front door,” Bailey says....
read morePie transforming community
Brooke Nettz, Executive Director of Traverse Bay Children’s Advocacy Center There is no doubt in my mind that pie will transform the course of history and make the universe a much better place. When I first met Denise Busley, she was warm and welcoming, which was just what I needed having just moved to the Traverse City area from Illinois. Over the past year, it has been my sincere honor to get to know the Busley family, as well as the GT Pie Co. family and I have to say that I am stunned at the love and generosity that pours from their...
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