Monday, September 25, 2017

JOIN THE BATTLE AGAINST CANCER ON NATIONAL COFFEE DAY

Countless families have lost loved ones to cancer.  On National Coffee Day (Friday, September 29, 2017) the simple routine of purchasing a daily cup of coffee can contribute to assisting those battling this terrible disease.  Caribou Coffee is donating 10% of purchases up to $250,000 on National Coffee Day, as well as throughout the entire month of October, to CancerCare®, a nonprofit organization that provides support, education and financial assistance to those affected by cancer.

Caribou Coffee understands the struggles and heartache of cancer having lost an important member of its corporate team to the disease.  Caribou's original Roastmaster Amy Erickson who originally established the coffee shop's standards and practices that are still used by its employees.  For the last 22 years to honor Amy's memory, Caribou has been selling Amy's Blend Light and Dark Roasts and a variety of other Amy's Collection merchandise to help raise money to help people fight cancer. 10% from the sale of Amy's Collection items are also donated to CancerCare throughout the year.

Founded in 1992, Caribou Coffee is the second largest company-operated premium coffeehouse in the United States with more than 258 company-owned stores and 62 Coffee & Bagels stores in partnership with Einstein Bros. Bagels, 133 domestic license locations in 19 states and 280 international franchise stores in 12 countries. Caribou Coffee provides high quality, handcrafted beverages and food options to fuel life's adventures, both big and small. Known for a commitment to sustainability, the Company was the first major U.S. coffeehouse to serve 100% Rainforest Alliance Certified™ coffees and espresso. Caribou Coffee products can also be found in grocery stores, mass retailers, club stores, foodservice providers, hotels, entertainment venues and online. To learn more about Caribou Coffee, visit CaribouCoffee.com.

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