What happens when you blend the world of sweets with the principles of STEM education? For Lee and Lavenia Thomas, the dynamic duo behind the Black-owned Radah Baked Goods, the answer is simple — everything.

"We do cupcake decorating classes, STEM programs for education initiatives like 'SAY YES Buffalo' and 'BestSelf throughout Western New York,'" Lee Thomas, co-owner of the Buffalo bakery, told Essence.

According to their website, the mission of Radah Baked Goods is to "delight and nourish our community through the art of baking while making a positive impact." This commitment is evident in their various community-focused initiatives.

"With a commitment to giving back, we strive to support and uplift our community through various initiatives, from donating a portion of our proceeds to local charities to actively engaging in community events and programs," the mission statement reads. "By combining our passion for baking with a spirit of generosity, we aim to create a sweeter world, one delicious treat at a time."

The bakery's mission extends to local schools, offering "cupcake classes with the schools in the local area. They're fun. They give us a theme, and we just bring a cupcake that coincides with it," said Lavenia Thomas. "We also have given away things for free, such as the cupcakes and things of that nature."

The Thomas's have been baking for the past four years, recently relocating to their new 247 Amherst St. location last year.

"I enjoyed baking as a kid, but it never struck me that it'll be something I'll be doing full-time down the road," she told local news outlet WKBW7.

To get started, her husband, Lee, encouraged her to pursue her passion, leading her to begin a journey in baking.

The name "Radah" reflects the couple's commitment to their legacy.

"It's a Hebrew name that stands for dominion and power, and that's something that started with our legacy," said Lee. "And we want to give that to our community and our children."

Looking to the future, the couple says they want Radah Baked Goods to make its mark even at the new Buffalo Bills stadium.

The Thomas's are part of the "Level Up" program, which aims to "provide wraparound services for business owners from disadvantaged backgrounds to enable them to become qualified to bid on government contracts," according to the Erie County Legislature.

This program holds the potential to open doors for Radah Baked Goods and other businesses, allowing them to contribute to the stadium project and further showcase their delicious creations to a broader audience, the Thomas' say.