Our Story
The El Paso Community Foundation is dedicated to improving the lives of humans with disabilities by providing opportunities in education from early childhood to continuing education, advocating at many levels for improvements to current systems and services, and connecting families and individuals to a network of services and supports in the El Paso region. However, a critical missing piece has been the chance for these individuals to be employed and earn a paycheck. Gozo’s was created to provide an additional avenue to uphold the dignity of individuals with intellectual and development disabilities.
The satisfaction and pride that come from putting in an honest day’s work are things everyone should have the opportunity to experience. At Gozo’s our team members have a hand in everything from making the ice cream, to running the register and cleaning the store, to providing joyful customer service.
Gozo’s is more than just ice cream. It’s a scoop of happiness, served with a side of inclusivity. Come savor the joy, you won’t be disappointed!
Our Mission
In any language, joy is joy, and we believe in surrounding ourselves in it — with the scoops we serve and the people who serve them. We provide a bright, encouraging environment highlighted by our friends with an IDD (intellectual or developmental disability), offering them an opportunity to shine and practice life skills. Oh, and there’s some yumderful ice cream, too.