Community Surrounds Local Barista with Love After Theft

When an autistic barista's tips were stolen from his Rhode Island coffee shop, his community didn't just sympathize—they showed up. Regular customers and strangers alike rallied around Michael Coyne, transforming a moment of loss into a powerful demonstration of genuine care and belonging. In that response lies a beautiful truth: we are capable of seeing each other, of moving toward those who are hurting, and of building communities where no one is left alone.