Helping Make Gluten-Free

Living Safer, Sweeter, and More Hopeful

At Rosie’s, gluten free has always meant more than baked goods.

It means creating a place where people with celiac disease, gluten sensitivities, allergies, and food-related worries can feel cared for. It means making treats that families can bring to the table with confidence. It means helping people feel included in birthdays, holidays, celebrations, and everyday moments that should never feel out of reach.

Celiac disease is a serious autoimmune disease where eating gluten can damage the small intestine. It is estimated to affect 1 in 100 people worldwide, yet many people remain undiagnosed. For those living with celiac disease, a strict gluten-free diet is currently the only treatment, and avoiding cross-contact is an important part of staying safe.

That is why this cause is so close to our hearts.

Our goal is to use Rosie’s as a way to bring more awareness, more support, and more kindness to the gluten-free community.

We know that living gluten free can be overwhelming, especially in the beginning. Reading labels, asking questions, navigating restaurants, planning school treats, hosting holidays, and trusting that food is truly safe can take a lot of energy.

We also know how powerful it feels when someone says:

We made sure this was safe for you!

We hope to support organizations that are working toward better education, earlier diagnosis, research, advocacy, and a brighter future for people living with celiac disease and gluten-related conditions.

Join Us In Supporting the Celiac Community

If this mission is close to your heart too, we invite you to give.

Your donation can help support research, education, advocacy, and resources for individuals and families navigating celiac disease. Every gift matters, whether it helps fund future treatment research, provides helpful tools for newly diagnosed families, or raises awareness so more people feel seen and supported.

Together, we can help make gluten-free living safer, easier, and filled with more joy.

Other Ways To Give

New to Gluten Free?

Newly diagnosed or supporting someone who is? You are not alone. The gluten-free lifestyle can feel overwhelming at first, but education, support, and safe food options can make a big difference.

Here are trusted organizations you can get more information from:

Celiac Disease Foundation

National Celiac Association

Beyond Celiac

Gluten Intolerance Group

Your Questions About Celiac Disease and Living Gluten Free

What Is Celiac Disease?

Celiac disease is a serious autoimmune disease where eating gluten causes the body to attack the small intestine. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye.
Is celiac disease an allergy?

No. Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease, not a food allergy.
Is gluten free optional for someone with celiac disease?

No. For people with celiac disease, eating gluten free is medically necessary.
Why does cross-contact matter?

Even if a food is made without gluten ingredients, it can become unsafe if it touches gluten through shared tools, surfaces, fryers, or crumbs.

How to Support Someone Who is Gluten Free?

Supporting someone with celiac disease or a medically necessary gluten-free diet starts with care, curiosity, and a willingness to take their needs seriously. Small thoughtful choices can make a big difference in helping them feel safe, included, and loved.

Here are some tips:

Understand that gluten free is not a preference for someone with celiac disease. It is medically necessary.

Use clean hands, clean surfaces, and clean tools when preparing gluten-free food.

Avoid saying "just a little won’t hurt." For someone with celiac disease, even a small amount of gluten can matter.

Plan ahead for birthdays, holidays, school events, work gatherings, and celebrations so they are not left out.

Respect their comfort level. Some people may not feel safe eating food prepared in certain kitchens, and that is okay.

Take cross-contact seriously, including crumbs, shared utensils, cutting boards, toasters, fryers, baking sheets, and serving spoons.

Keep gluten-free foods separate from gluten-containing foods, especially at parties, holidays, and family gatherings.

When hosting, consider offering naturally gluten-free options like fruits, vegetables, meats, rice, potatoes, salads without croutons, or packaged gluten-free items with labels available.

Be patient if they ask questions about ingredients, preparation, or shared kitchen spaces.

When in doubt, ask: “What would help you feel safe and included?”

Save ingredient labels so they can double-check what is safe.

Serve gluten-free items first or keep them covered to help prevent crumbs or shared serving utensils from getting in.

Ask before cooking or baking for them. Homemade food is thoughtful, but ingredients and preparation matter.

Let them choose the restaurant or help review the menu before making plans.

Include them in the moment, not just the menu. Safe food helps people feel welcome, but so does understanding.