Ryan McEvoy, owner of Jeff’s Bagel Run locations in Wake Forest and Rolesville (with a Raleigh shop opening near Glen Lake), shares how his experience helping build the uBreakiFix franchise led him into the bagel business and helps fund his nonprofit, 127 Haven. He explains 127 Haven’s James 1:27-inspired model in Uganda: rescuing orphaned children from the streets and raising them in permanent family homes with Ugandan parents and legal guardianship rather than operating an orphanage. Ryan recounts how relationships through African Children’s Choir connected him to Lynette, the home’s mother, and shares stories of rescued children now thriving. He discusses navigating local culture, government support, and ways to donate via 127haven.com, noting funds go directly to the family’s monthly needs.

00:00 Meet the Bagel Founder

02:08 Who is Jeff

02:57 From Phone Repairs to Franchises

04:21 Why Bagels in Raleigh

05:18 Business Skills That Transfer

06:21 Favorite Bagel Orders

06:55 What Is 127 Haven

08:14 Building Families Not Orphanages

09:27 Why Uganda and Lynette

11:42 A Miracle Before the Trip

13:48 Growing the Home Model

16:17 Navigating Red Tape Abroad

17:28 Staying Humble and Safe

18:54 Why Uganda Matters

19:50 Making a Difference Starts Small

21:22 Ways to Get Involved

22:04 Gladys and the First Kids

24:41 Rethinking Orphanages as Family

28:25 Legacy and Ripple Effect

30:24 What's Next for Jeff's Bagel Run

31:36 How to Support 127 Haven

33:51 Closing Thanks and Bagel Banter