Starbucks Foundation’s Neighborhood Grants Program Empowers Partners to Uplift Communities
Since 2019, the Starbucks Foundation has been committed to fostering positive change in communities through its Neighborhood Grants program. This initiative has empowered over 80,000 Starbucks partners (employees) to actively contribute to their local neighborhoods.
With a focus on grassroots, community-led nonprofit organizations, the program has successfully awarded more than 10,000 grants across the United States and Canada, amounting to an incredible $15 million. These grants support a multitude of causes close to the hearts of Starbucks partners, ranging from combating hunger and addressing homelessness to advancing inclusivity and promoting environmental stewardship.
To commemorate the fifth year of the Neighborhood Grants program, The Starbucks Foundation is amplifying its impact by making an impressive total of $5 million available to eligible local nonprofits throughout the country. This represents a significant commitment to generating positive change and uplifts communities nationwide.
A standout feature of this program is that it encourages Starbucks partners, who possess intimate knowledge of their respective neighborhoods, to directly nominate eligible local organizations for a Neighborhood Grant. It is noteworthy that a majority of these nominations will be coming from Gen Z partners, who currently constitute the largest segment of Starbucks’ barista workforce.
By involving Starbucks partners in the selection process, the Neighborhood Grants program ensures that grants are allocated to organizations that align with the values and priorities of the local communities. This approach fosters a sense of ownership and empowers Starbucks partners to make a direct impact on their neighborhoods.
The Starbucks Foundation’s commitment to uplifting communities through the Neighborhood Grants program underscores the brand’s broader mission of making a positive social and environmental impact. It exemplifies their dedication to corporate responsibility and creating lasting change in the communities they serve.
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Positive news. The Starbucks Foundation’s Neighborhood Grants program has empowered over 80,000 partners to contribute to their communities, awarding over 10,000 grants totaling $15 million. They are now making $5 million available to eligible nonprofits, involving partners in the selection process to ensure alignment with local values. This commitment showcases Starbucks’ dedication to corporate responsibility and creating lasting change. The market may respond positively to this demonstration of social and environmental impact.
