WASHINGTON, June 16, 2009 - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. (To access color photos of the following recalled products, see CPSC's web site at: <a href="http://www.cpsc.gov">www.cpsc.gov</a>.)

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Name of product: Starbucks BaristaÂ® Blade Grinder and Seattle's Best CoffeeÂ® Blade Grinder.

Manufacturer: Tsann Kuen (Zhangzhou) Enterprise Co. Ltd. ("TKL") of China.

Retailer: Starbucks Coffee Company and Seattle's Best Coffee both of Seattle, Washington.

Hazard: The grinder can fail to turn off or can turn on unexpectedly, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 176 reports of grinders that failed to turn off or that turned on unexpectedly, including three reports of hand lacerations that occurred when the grinders turned on unexpectedly during cleaning.

Description: This recall includes the Starbucks BaristaÂ® Blade Grinders and Seattle's Best CoffeeÂ® Blade Grinders with the following SKU numbers:

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Sold at: Starbucks and Seattle's Best Coffee stores nationwide from March 2002 through March 2009 for about $30.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the coffee grinders and contact Starbucks to receive a free replacement grinder.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Starbucks toll free at (866) 276-2950, or visit the company's web site at <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=5987371&amp;lan=en_US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com&amp;index=1">www.starbucks.com</a>.

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WASHINGTON, June 16, 2009 &#8211; The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. (To access color photos of the following recalled products, see CPSC&#8217;s web site at: www.cpsc.gov.) Name of […]

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SEATTLE/NEW YORK: June 1, 2009 – Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ: SBUX) and MSNBC have formed a marketing relationship to highlight Starbucks coffee products on “Morning Joe,” the cable network’s morning program hosted by former Congressman Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski. The program features interviews with top newsmakers and politicians and in-depth analysis of the day’s biggest stories. “We are pleased to be working with MSNBC to further underscore Starbucks relevancy by extending the coffeehouse culture and combining the daily morning coffee ritual with informed discussions about important news topics,” said Howard Schultz, chairman, president and ceo of Starbucks. “This relationship is an example of the targeted approach we are taking to reach our customers in a meaningful fashion and highlight our exceptional coffee and values which have built our brand from the beginning.” “We’re thrilled to have a brand leader like Starbucks associated with ‘Morning Joe’,” said Phil Griffin, president of MSNBC. “More viewers are discovering that ‘Morning Joe’ is THE place for intelligent discussion about politics. The MSNBC viewer is younger, more affluent and more highly educated than those of our competitors, making this opportunity perfect for a company like Starbucks.” As part of the agreement, MSNBC is providing Starbucks on-air branding during the morning news program through a title sponsorship, “Morning Joe” Brewed by Starbucks. Included are graphic elements like billboards and banners, as well as online representation on msnbc.com which will highlight many of Starbucks brand values. About MSNBC Built on the worldwide resources of NBC News, MSNBC defines news for the next generation with world-class reporting and a full schedule of live news coverage, political analysis and award-winning documentary programming -- 24 hours a day, seven days a week. MSNBC's home on the Internet is msnbc.com. Msnbc.com delivers a fuller spectrum of news. Drawing on its award-winning original journalism, NBC News heritage, trusted sources and Microsoft's advanced technologies, the site presents compelling, diverse and visually-engaging stories on the consumer's platform of choice. Nielsen Online reports more than 39 million unique visitors for March 2009, making msnbc.com the number one news site, ahead of Yahoo! News, CNN, ABC, CBS, and Fox News. Members of the media can get more information about MSNBC and its programming on msnbc.com or the NBC Universal Media Village Web site at <a href="http://www.nbcumv.com">www.nbcumv.com</a>. About Starbucks Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting the highest quality arabicacoffee in the world. Today, with stores around the globe, 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 <a href="http://www.starbucks.com">www.starbucks.com</a>.

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SEATTLE, May 13, 2009 - Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ:SBUX) today issued a response to the decision by Moody's Investors Service to downgrade the Company's credit ratings.

Troy Alstead, executive vice president, chief financial officer and chief administrative officer, issued the following statement:

"As we noted on our April 29, 2009 earnings call, Starbucks remains in a very solid financial position. The Company continues to generate strong operating cash flow and maintain strong liquidity. For the first six months of FY 2009, Starbucks generated $715 million in cash from operations and approximately $479 million in free cash flow. Starbucks defines free cash flow as cash flow from operations less capital expenditures with capital expenditures for the first half of fiscal 2009 of approximately $237 million the period. Also during that period, the Company reduced its short-term borrowings by $487 million to $226 million and we expect to substantially reduce the outstanding balance during the remainder of the calendar year.

We expect to deliver operating cash flow in excess of $1 billion in fiscal 2009, as we have for each of the past three years. At the same time, we continue to focus on cost savings throughout our organization and we delivered $120 million of permanent cost savings in Q2, following the $75 million produced in Q1. We expect to deliver approximately $150 million of such savings in Q3 and $175 million in Q4, for a total cost reduction exceeding $500 million in fiscal 2009.

We are ahead of target with our initiatives to position the Company for sustainable, profitable growth, and the results of those efforts are reflected in Starbucks second-quarter financial performance. Finally, despite the difficult consumer environment, Starbucks second quarter non-GAAP earnings exceeded the First Call consensus estimate."

Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting the highest quality arabica coffee in the world. Today, with stores around the globe, 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 <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=5964826&amp;lan=en_US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com&amp;index=1">www.starbucks.com</a>.

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SEATTLE – May 11, 2009 – Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ: SBUX) today announced plans to host a summit comprised of representatives from all facets of its paper and plastic cup value chain at the Starbucks Support Center in Seattle on Tuesday, May 12, 2009. With the goal of prioritization and agreement on criteria for a comprehensive recyclable cup solution, discussions will address obstacles and opportunities. This effort is an extension of Starbucks long-term commitment to reducing the environmental impact of its cups. Currently, Starbucks is working to ensure all of its single-use cups will be recyclable by 2012 in communities where its stores are located. Â The summit will be moderated by Peter Senge, Ph.D., senior lecturer at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and founding chair of the Society for Organizational Learning (SoL). Senge is best known as the pioneer of systems thinking – a problem-solving approach that analyzes how the various segments of a system are interconnected, with a focus on dynamic wholes rather than static parts. Â "The development of recyclable and compostable materials is one of many factors in this complex equation. You have to consider the entire life span of the cup – including what happens after it leaves the consumer's hands," said Senge. "Starbucks holistic approach has the potential to make a significant impact on not only its company operations, but on the entire foodservice industry." Â Summit delegates will include raw materials suppliers, cup manufacturers and converters, peer retail and beverage partners, recyclers, local municipal governments, Starbucks partners (employees), environmental NGOs, and other experts from the academic sector. Â "We are taking this step to drive meaningful dialogue with an unprecedented cross-section of stakeholders who have the expertise and infrastructure to create a fundamental shift in the entire packaging industry," said Ben Packard, Starbucks vice president of Global Responsibility. "With this initial meeting, we hope to foster collaboration and define the specific actions that will allow us to achieve our goal of 100 percent recyclable cups." Â Starbucks commitment to reducing the environmental impact of its cups dates back to the late 1990s, when the company established a relationship with the Environmental Defense Fund. In 1997, Starbucks introduced the recycled-content cup sleeve as a way to reduce "double cupping." After five years of supplier engagement and efforts to secure government approval, in 2006 Starbucks launched the industry's first paper beverage cup containing post-consumer recycled fiber (PCF). Since that time, the switch to PCF cups at Starbucks stores in the U.S. and Canada has saved more than 44,000 tons of virgin wood fiber, the equivalent of more than 300,000 trees. Currently, paper beverage cups cannot be recycled in many recycling systems. Â Last year, Starbucks replaced its industry-standard polyethylene terephthalate (PET) cold cup with a polypropylene (PP) alternative in the U.S., Canada and Latin America. This change was the result of a study by external lifecycle scientists who calculated that PP cups use 15 percent less plastic than PET cups and emit 45 percent fewer greenhouse gases during their production. Unlike PET cups, PP cups do not contaminate other PP containers when co-mingled for recycling. While PET bottles are widely recyclable, PET cups are difficult to recycle in most communities. Â In addition to implementing a recyclable cup strategy, Starbucks is simultaneously encouraging reusable options. Since 1985, the company has rewarded customers in participating stores who bring in their own travel tumblers with a $0.10 discount off the price of their beverages. Starbucks also provides ceramic mugs at participating stores for customers who opt to enjoy their beverages inside the coffeehouse. Â To learn more about Starbucks™ Shared Planet™, the company's commitment to ethical sourcing, environmental stewardship and community involvement, visit starbucks.com/sharedplanet. Â

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Starbucks Brings Thought Leaders Together to Develop a Comprehensive Recyclable Cup Solution

Upcoming Starbucks Cup Summit with Influencers from Business, Academic and Civil Sectors to be Moderated by Peter Senge, Pioneer of Systems Thinking and Founding Chair of the Society for Organization Learning (SoL)

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An estimated 5% of the U.S. population avoids or is in some way affected by a sensitivity to gluten. Gluten is a protein that is commonly found in rye, wheat, and barley (as well as other similar grains). Starbucks® Valencia Orange Cake is a moist and delicate cake made with seven simple ingredients, all of which are 100% gluten-free and deliver 30% of your daily value of Vitamin C. For customers sensitive to gluten who must search high and low for a product that fits their needs, Starbucks offers a wonderful option for the perfect snack from morning to evening. Valencia Orange Cake is available in company operated Starbucks stores in the U.S.â€”so our customers can rely on us for a safe and delicious new way to enjoy their day. <img align="left" alt="" border="0" hspace="10" src="http://news.starbucks.com/images/10041/valencia%20label.JPG" style="width:274px;height:125px;" vspace="10" /> This refreshingly light and moist cake blends almonds and premium Valencia Oranges to deliver a deliciously bright taste and tender texture. It's so good, you won't believe it's Gluten-Free! Price is $1.95 U.S. ($2.25 in Hawaii). <img align="right" alt="" hspace="10" src="https://stories.starbucks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/SBX20081121_4486.jpg" style="width:319px;height:205px;" vspace="10" /> Nutrition Facts: Ingredients: Calories - 290 Whole Eggs Total Fat - 16g Valencia Orange Pulp Saturated Fat - 2g Almonds Trans Fat - 0g Sugar Sodium - 40 mg Orange Peel Total Carbohydrate - 32g Gluten-Free Baking Powder Dietary Fiber - 4g Orange Oil Pair your Valencia Orange Cake with a tall brewed cup of Pike Place Roast™ for the perfect snack. For More Information If you have questions or need more information, you may visit starbucks.com. For news media, please contact us at (206) 318-7100 or <a href="mailto:press@starbucks.com">press@starbucks.com</a>. © 2009 Starbucks Coffee Company. All rights reserved. Pike Place is a trademark of The Pike Place Market PDA, used under license.

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Our customers asked for a delicious, gluten-free option.  We listened.

An estimated 5% of the U.S. population avoids or is in some way affected by a sensitivity to gluten. Gluten is a protein that is commonly found in rye, wheat, and barley (as well as other similar grains). Starbucks® Valencia Orange Cake is a moist and delicate cake made with seven simple ingredients, all of […]

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On May 3, Starbucks will launch a long-term, multi channel brand campaign highlighting our exceptional coffee, the unique experience, and the values that have build our brand from the beginning. Be among the first to see the ads here. Â Find out more about the campaign from Terry Davenport, Starbucks senior vice president of Marketing. Read his blog at <a href="http://blogs.starbucks.com/blogs/customer/archive/2009/04/30/sneak-peek-at-new-ad-campaign.aspx">MyStarbucksIdea</a>.

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On May 3, Starbucks will launch a long-term, multi channel brand campaign highlighting our exceptional coffee, the unique experience, and the values that have build our brand from the beginning. Be among the first to see the ads here. Â  Find out more about the campaign from Terry Davenport, Starbucks senior vice president of Marketing. […]

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Starbucks to launch Coffee Value & Values Campaign

Updated: May 8, 2009 As a global company operating in 50 countries, Starbucks has been closely monitoring Influenza A-H1N1, also known as Swine Flu. The health and safety of our over 175,000 partners (employees) and our customers is a top priority. We have been proactively communicating with all of our partners globally to reiterate Starbucks health and safety procedures. Dependent on government mandates and Starbucks internal review, our operations may be adjusted at any given time. Any impacted partners will refrain from work and confer with their personal health care provider to address the illness. Starbucks will work with the appropriate local authorities to assess any further risk to that store's partners and operations. We will continue to monitor the situation and make changes accordingly.

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Updated: May 8, 2009As a global company operating in 50 countries, Starbucks has been closely monitoring Influenza A-H1N1, also known as Swine Flu. The health and safety of our over 175,000 partners (employees) and our customers is a top priority. We have been proactively communicating with all of our partners globally to reiterate Starbucks health and […]

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<tbody> <tr> <td class="bwcellpaddingleft0 bwverticalaligntop bwtextalignleft">WHAT:</td> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td class="bwcellpaddingleft0 bwverticalaligntop bwtextalignleft">Starbucks (NASDAQ: SBUX) is engaging directly with customers with the launch of their new Global Responsibility (GR) Annual Report. The fiscal 2008 report takes a new approach to corporate social responsibility reporting by integrating engaging, customer friendly content into the Starbucks™ Shared Planet™ website. Visitors to the site can find and interact with sections of the report that are important to them and share parts of the report with friends via social networks like Digg or Facebook.</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="bwcellpaddingleft0 bwverticalaligntop bwtextalignleft">WHEN:</td> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td class="bwcellpaddingleft0 bwverticalaligntop bwtextalignleft">Wednesday, April 22, 2009 (Earth Day)</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> </tr> <tr> <td class="bwcellpaddingleft0 bwverticalaligntop bwtextalignleft">WHERE:</td> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td class="bwcellpaddingleft0 bwverticalaligntop bwtextalignleft"> The interactive website is available at <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com%2Fsharedplanet&amp;esheet=5946259&amp;lan=en_US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com%2Fsharedplanet&amp;index=1">www.starbucks.com/sharedplanet</a>. Features of the site include: </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td class="bwcellpaddingleft0 bwverticalaligntop bwtextalignleft"> <ul> <li>An interactive coffee map that lets customers see how Starbucks is not just a presence in their community, but also see the positive impact Starbucks is having in communities where their coffee is grown.</li> </ul> </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td class="bwcellpaddingleft0 bwverticalaligntop bwtextalignleft"> <ul> <li>A mug pledge that gives Starbucks customers the opportunity to officially pledge to bring in a reusable mug or tumbler for their beverages. This reduces their drink price by 10 cents in the U.S. and Canada and also helps them reduce their environmental footprint. In fiscal 2008, Starbucks customers used reusable mugs 22 million times, a savings of about one million pounds of paper. In honor of Earth Day, Starbucks stores in Canada and at Target locations in the U.S. are offering complimentary brewed coffee when customers bring in a reusable mug or tumbler. Starbucks company-operated stores in the U.S. will offer 10 cents off a customer's beverage when they bring in a reusable mug or tumbler as they do every day.</li> </ul> </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td class="bwcellpaddingleft0 bwverticalaligntop bwtextalignleft"> <ul> <li>A customizable report feature that enables customers to tailor their own report and download a printout based on specific areas of interest.</li> </ul> </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td class="bwcellpaddingleft0 bwverticalaligntop bwtextalignleft"> <ul> <li>A virtual tour of Starbucks newest LEEDÂ® certified store that highlights the green elements that will become incorporated into the design of all new company-owned stores.</li> </ul> </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td class="bwcellpaddingleft0 bwverticalaligntop bwtextalignleft">In 2008 Starbucks continued to make substantial progress towards its long-term Starbucks™ Shared Planet™ goals. Highlights from the 2008 report include:</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td class="bwcellpaddingleft0 bwverticalaligntop bwtextalignleft"> <ul> <li>Ethical Sourcing – Seventy-seven percent of the 385 million pounds of coffee Starbucks bought in 2008 was responsibly grown and ethically traded. Starbucks renewed its five-year partnership with Conservation International with a three-year commitment for $7.5 million to pro-actively affect climate change by offering farmers incentives to prevent deforestation.</li> </ul> </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td class="bwcellpaddingleft0 bwverticalaligntop bwtextalignleft"> <ul> <li>Environmental Stewardship – All new company-owned stores will be LEEDÂ® certified by 2010. Starbucks recently opened its newest LEEDÂ® certified store near the company's first store at Seattle's Pike Place Market.</li> </ul> </td> </tr> <tr> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td>Â </td> <td class="bwcellpaddingleft0 bwverticalaligntop bwtextalignleft"> <ul> <li>Community Involvement – Starbucks tracked 246,000 hours of community service in fiscal 2008 by partners (employees) and customers. Many of them used V2V, Starbucks online social network that helps connect volunteers all over the world. Starbucks also made 64 grants totaling $2.1 million to organizations supporting young people in fiscal 2008.</li> </ul> </td> </tr> </tbody>

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Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting the highest quality arabica coffee in the world. Today, with stores around the globe, 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 <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=5946259&amp;lan=en_US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com&amp;index=2">www.starbucks.com</a>.

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Starbucks Enhances Customer Experience with Interactive, Online Global Responsibility Report

New report highlights Starbucks&trade; Shared Planet&trade; commitment to ethical sourcing, environmental stewardship and community involvement

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Since 1971, when we opened our very first store in Seattle, to today with nearly 17,000 stores around the world, we've always been committed to doing business responsibly and conducting ourselves in ways that earn the trust and respect of our customers, partners (employees) and neighbors. We call this Starbucks™ Shared Planet™ – our commitment to doing business responsibly. Within in this, we have identified three areas of focus: ethical sourcing, environmental stewardship and community involvement. In each area, we have set longer range goals to help us stay on track, measure results and share our progress with you.Â Â <a href="http://news.starbucks.com/images/10041/Starbucks%20FY08%20GR%20Report%20Executive%20Summary%20and%20Scorecard.pdf">Here is a summary of our programs and progress</a>. Full details can be viewed in Starbucks 2008 Global Responsibility Report online at <a href="http://www.starbucks.com/sharedplanet">www.starbucks.com/sharedplanet</a>.

Starbucks Shared Planet Executive Summary and Scorecard - Starbucks Stories

Starbucks Shared Planet Executive Summary and Scorecard

Since 1971, when we opened our very first store in Seattle, to today with nearly 17,000 stores around the world, we&#8217;ve always been committed to doing business responsibly and conducting ourselves in ways that earn the trust and respect of our customers, partners (employees) and neighbors. We call this Starbucks™ Shared Planet™ – our commitment […]

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SEATTLE, April 20, 2009 - Building on its long-standing commitment to the local communities where it serves its customers, Starbucks Coffee Company (Nasdaq: SBUX) recently awarded 50 Starbucks™ Shared Planet™ Youth Action Grants totaling $842,000 to U.S. non-profit organizations that help young people identify and address local needs in their regions and make a difference through community outreach.

Fifty organizations in 17 states received Starbucks™ Shared Planet™ Youth Action Grants ranging from $10,000 to $25,000. The Starbucks™ Shared Planet™ Youth Action Grants aim to engage and support 50,000 young people by 2015, who will in turn innovate, take action and inspire additional individuals to take part in community service.

"From the neighborhoods where our stores are located to the ones where our coffee is grown, we believe in being involved in the communities we're a part of," said Vivek Varma, senior vice president of Public Affairs. "Starbucks is excited about the opportunity to partner with passionate young people to help spur community based volunteer efforts. Our Shared Planet grants are designed to fuel the energy and creativity of young people in these communities, helping them bring people together, generate change and make a difference."

Beyond the United States, Starbucks also supports youth action around the world. Six non-profit organizations in Canada and one in Argentina were also recently awarded Starbucks™ Shared Planet™ Youth Action Grants ranging from $10,000 to $25,000. There are additional proposals currently under review internationally in countries where Starbucks does business. A full list of Starbucks™ Shared Planet™ Youth Action Grantees and a summary of all of our community programs can be viewed at <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=5943653&amp;lan=en_US&amp;anchor=news.starbucks.com&amp;index=1">news.starbucks.com</a>.

Also as part of Starbucks™ Shared Planet™ commitment to community, Starbucks set a goal to contribute over one million partner-led community service hours per year by 2015. For volunteer opportunities, visit Starbucks V2V (Volunteer to Volunteer) at <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.v2v.net%2Fstarbucks&amp;esheet=5943653&amp;lan=en_US&amp;anchor=www.v2v.net%2Fstarbucks&amp;index=2">www.v2v.net/starbucks</a>.

Complete details about our community programs in 2008 can be viewed in our 2008 Global Responsibility Report launching April 22 at <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com%2Fsharedplanet&amp;esheet=5943653&amp;lan=en_US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com%2Fsharedplanet&amp;index=3">www.starbucks.com/sharedplanet</a>.

About Starbucks Starbucks Coffee Company provides an uplifting experience that enriches people's lives one moment, one human being, one extraordinary cup of coffee at a time. To share in the experience, visit <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com%2F&amp;esheet=5943653&amp;lan=en_US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com&amp;index=4">www.starbucks.com</a>.

About Starbucks™ Shared Planet™ At Starbucks, we have always been committed to doing business responsibly and conducting ourselves in ways that earn the trust and respect of our customers, partners (employees) and neighbors. We call this Starbucks™ Shared Planet™ – our commitment to doing business responsibly. For additional information, visit <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com%2Fsharedplanet&amp;esheet=5943653&amp;lan=en_US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com%2Fsharedplanet&amp;index=5">www.starbucks.com/sharedplanet</a>.

Starbucks Kicks Off National Volunteer Week with 50 Youth Led Community Projects - Starbucks Stories

Starbucks Kicks Off National Volunteer Week with 50 Youth Led Community Projects

Starbucks&trade; Shared Planet&trade; Youth Action Grants Inspire Young People to Take Action in their Communities

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Starbucks Shared Planet Youth Action Grant Summaries - Starbucks Stories

Starbucks Shared Planet Youth Action Grant Summaries

 APPENDIX A — Starbucks Shared Planet Youth Action Grant Summaries The Starbucks Foundation made Starbucks Shared Planet Youth Action Grants to fifty U.S. nonprofits, totaling $841,500.  The grants ranged from $10,000 to $25,000 and support youth to create change in their local communities. America Scores AtlantaWriting for the Community, Youth Leaders for ChangeAtlanta, GA$15,000 America SCORES Atlanta (ASA) […]

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TOKYO, April 16, 2009:Starbucks Coffee Japan, Ltd. (headquarter: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director/CEO : Maria Mercedes M. Corrales) announced today that Matsuo Iwata will join the company as chief executive officer (ceo) designate, effective April 23, 2009. Iwata will be officially proposed for appointment as ceo and representative director at the next Starbucks Coffee Japan General Shareholders' Meeting in June, 2009. Iwata brings extensive business and brand management experience to Starbucks Coffee Japan (SBJ). He joined Nissan Motors Co., Ltd. in 1982 and since then held key positions in leading corporations such as Gemini Consulting Japan, Coca Cola Japan Co., Ltd., Atlus Co. Ltd., and Takara Co., Ltd. Most recently, he served as president and ceo for AEON Forest, Company, Ltd., The Body Shop master franchisee in Japan. Under Iwata's leadership from 2005 to March 2009, The Body Shop achieved very strong financial performance and increased its retail footprint by opening approximately 100 new locations in Japan. "Iwata-san was the SBJ Board's unanimous choice. We are truly excited to welcome him to SBJ and know that with his extensive business experience and knowledge of the market, he will continue to grow the business and sustain the Starbucks brand's leadership position in the specialty coffee industry in Japan," statement issued by Starbucks Coffee Japan Board of Directors. "With Iwata-san's values and direction, we are confident that the unique Starbucks Experience, which brings nearly half a million people to our stores everyday will carry on." Maria Mercedes (Mercy) Corrales, currently ceo, coo and representative director of SBJ, will join Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ: SBUX), as senior vice president and president, Starbucks Coffee Asia Pacific, effective June 29, 2009. She will remain a member of the SBJ Board of Directors. "We are thrilled to have Mercy join the Starbucks international leadership team as the head of our Asia Pacific region, and remain a director of SBJ," said Martin Coles, executive vice president and president, Starbucks Coffee International. "She will provide tremendous support to Iwata-san and the SBJ business while contributing her in-depth global experience and perspective to guide Starbucks in the region." Matsuo Iwata 1958Â Â Â June 2Â Â Â Born in Japan 1982Â Â Â Graduated from Osaka University, Bachelor of Art in Economics 1982Â Â Â Joined Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. 1992Â Â Â Graduated from Anderson, UCLA, U.S.A., MBA in Finance &amp; Accounting 1995Â Â Â Joined Gemini Consulting Japan as Senior Consultant 1996Â Â Â Joined Coca Cola Japan Co., Ltd. as Senior Executive Officer 2000Â Â Â Joined Atlus Co., Ltd., and became President (CEO) in 2001 2003Â Â Â Joined Takara Co., Ltd. as Director 2005Â Â Â Joined AEON Forest. Co., Ltd., as President and CEO Â

Starbucks Coffee Japan Appoints Matsuo Iwata, Chief Executive Officer Designate - Starbucks Stories

Starbucks Coffee Japan Appoints Matsuo Iwata, Chief Executive Officer Designate

Current CEO Mercy Corrales to lead Starbucks Asia Pacific and remain SBJ Director

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