Disaster Relief
Starbucks and The Starbucks Foundation strengthen communities affected by disaster by investing in preparedness, response and resilience programs around the world.
As the communities we serve, our partners (employees) and our customers navigate the ramifications of natural and man-made disasters, Starbucks and The Starbucks Foundation continue to work alongside communities to aid with relief efforts and natural disaster resilience, leveraging nonprofit partnership and our local teams to deliver critical support.
We will continue to use this page to provide timely updates, share how Starbucks is working alongside communities and ways to support relief and resiliency efforts. As always, we encourage our partners and communities to follow to local authority safety advisements and reference Starbucks store locator for store specific information.
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Aiding Hurricane Relief Efforts and Resilience Across U.S. Communities
During the road to recovery, we express our sincerest condolences to those who are navigating the devasting effects of the recent hurricanes, and our deepest gratitude for first responders and organizations supporting relief and resiliency efforts. In addition to our longstanding partnerships with American Red Cross and World Central Kitchen, The Starbucks Foundation is also partnering with Planet Water Foundation, Team Rubicon and local organizations to address urgent needs such as food, water and shelter.
As part of our Community Promise to contribute positively, our Starbucks partners also extend support to their local communities, from volunteering with and donating to relief efforts to offer comfort and connection through cups of coffee to communities and first responders.
For Starbucks partners (employees) looking to help during times of special need, and year-round, consider contributing to the Caring Unites Partners (CUP) Fund – Starbucks financial assistance program funded by partners, for partners.
Partnerships
Our partnerships, such as with the American Red Cross and World Central Kitchen, allow for quick response to provide relief and comfort to people affected by disasters big and small, as well as support to help our grantees serve and meet the unexpected needs of local communities.
About The Starbucks Foundation
The Starbucks Foundation strengthens humanity by transforming lives across the world, with a focus on enabling community resiliency and prosperity and uplifting communities affected by disaster. Established in 1997, The Starbucks Foundation is a Section 501(c)(3) charitable organization under U.S. law.
About Starbucks
Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting high-quality arabica coffee. Today, with more than 39,000 stores worldwide, the company is the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. Through our unwavering commitment to excellence and our guiding principles, we bring the unique Starbucks Experience to life for every customer through every cup. To share in the experience, please visit us in our stores or online at stories.starbucks.com or www.starbucks.com.