Starbucks Invites Communities to “Get Together” for Good

Turning everyday conversations over coffee into positive actions

At Starbucks, we believe that good things happen when people connect over coffee. Our new “Get Together” campaign aims to inspire meaningful conversations that spark positive actions—one cup at a time. Launching across Asia Pacific, this initiative encourages customers to engage in three core areas: people, community, and the environment, promoting positive change in both big and small ways.

In the Philippines, Starbucks will focus on youth education through our Community Store programs and expand our Starbucks FoodShare initiative.

What does connection mean to Starbucks?

At Starbucks Philippines, connection is at the heart of everything we do. We strive to create a welcoming space where everyone feels valued. Our “Get Together” campaign highlights the power of these connections, encouraging individuals to unite around meaningful causes. By transforming everyday moments into opportunities for positive action, we hope to foster a culture of support and change within our communities.

How have Community Stores made a tangible difference in the lives of young individuals?

Since opening our first Community Store in Abad Santo Tondo in September 2023 and our second in Maysilo Circle a year later, we’ve partnered with organizations like AHA! Learning Center, Young Focus, and Mano Amiga Philippines to champion youth education. To date, we’ve positively impacted over 300 students through scholarships and learning programs, with a portion of our Community Store sales funding these initiatives.

How does the FoodShare program support communities?

Since its launch in 2022, we’ve donated nearly 2 million rescuable food items from over 260 stores nationwide by partnering with The Philippines FoodBank Foundation and Grab Philippines. This collaboration not only provides essential nutrition to those in need but also reduces food waste by diverting surplus food from landfills.

What initiatives reflect Starbucks customer and partner (employee) involvement?

We encourage customers to embrace sustainability by using for-here ware or their own tumblers for a PHP10 discount on their beverage.

Our partner (employee) volunteerism is also a key focus. Through our long-term partnership with HOPE, we’ve built five classrooms in underserved areas in Bulacan. Additionally, our collaboration with Planet Water Foundation has led to the installation of seven AquaTowers, providing clean water access to an estimated 12,000 individuals. We also deployed an AquaBlock to provide emergency water access during the aftermath of Tropical Storm Kristine in Camarines Sur, demonstrating our commitment to supporting communities during times of need.

What can we look forward to?

We are building on the foundation of the “Get Together” campaign by celebrating International Women’s Month and the Global Month of Good throughout March and April. This will include a series of partner (employee) volunteer events featuring discussions with trailblazing women artists to inspire our youth beneficiaries. By creating a ripple effect of shared purpose, we will also put the spotlight on our partner foundations and the dedicated individuals who are making a difference. We will engage in an engaging social media campaign designed to foster a chain of appreciation and positivity, encouraging everyone to get together for good.